How Does Alzheimer's Affect Activities & Hobbies?...While a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease changes a person’s life, it doesn’t mean life is over or that quality of life has to suffer from here on out. Life might...
Alzheimer’s: Myths and Misconceptions...With so much information about Alzheimer’s out there, it can be difficult to determine what is accurate. Bad information can be harmful. It can also make diagnosis or treatment more...
Feeding Tips: Maintaining Good Nutrition for People with Alzheimer's...As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, it often gets more difficult to do many basic things like walking, talking, and eating. Many people also find they’re not interested in food as much...
Coping with Mid-Stage Alzheimer's...Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease that is often broken down into three general stages: early (also called mild), middle (moderate), and late (severe). The stages do have some overlap...
Nutrition and Alzheimer's Disease...Healthy eating is a part of a general healthy lifestyle, but for those with Alzheimer’s disease, it can be especially important. As the disease progresses and feeding is impaired, there...
The Benefits of Exercising with Alzheimer's Disease...Exercise and staying physically active is important for everyone as they get older, but perhaps especially so for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Exercise has positive effects on physical and mental...
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Grief & Loss: Coping with Loss of a Loved One...Watching a loved one slowly change due to Alzheimer’s disease is hard for loved ones and caregivers. The nature of Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias is such that many...
Trisha Volpicelli...Trisha was previously an advocate on AlzheimersDisease.net. It is a pleasure and an honor to be involved with the Health Union’s Alzheimer’s community. As a healthcare professional, advocacy for clients...
What Is Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease?...Most individuals with Alzheimer's disease are diagnosed after the age of 65, which is classified as late-onset. It is generally accepted that the cause of late-onset Alzheimer's disease isn't known...
Special Populations Affected By Alzheimer's Disease...Within the patient population of Alzheimer’s disease, there are certain populations that may warrant extra attention or research, or are worth noting and discussing. This includes early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and...
Dementia and Alzheimer’s: What’s the Difference?...The terms dementia and Alzheimer’s are often used together. This can lead to the idea that the 2 terms mean the exact same thing, or that they describe the same...
Pam Farina...Pam was previously a health leader on AlzheimersDisease.net. Pam was a busy, working, single, mother of three in 2012 when her mother, Jewel, first began to display the symptoms of...
How Common Is Alzheimer's Disease?...Alzheimer's disease is a type of brain disease that causes difficulty remembering things, confusion, and behavioral changes. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. Between 60 and 80...
Understanding Clinical Trials...A clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Clinical Trial Participation...Every clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sleep Issues in Alzheimer’s...Alzheimer’s can impact sleep. Sleep issues can happen at any stage of Alzheimer’s disease. Changes in how much and how well you sleep are common as you age. But Alzheimer’s...