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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...reactionscomments
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)...reactionscomments
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...