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...
What Kind of Exams Are Available for Alzheimer’s?...Before the early 2000s, the only sure way to diagnose someone with Alzheimer’s disease was by looking at their brain after they...
Non-Drug Treatment Options for Alzheimer's...As Alzheimer's disease progresses, it can lead to symptoms and behavior changes such as: Some of these behavioral symptoms can be managed...
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
What is Elder Abuse? Keeping Loved Ones with Alzheimer's Safe...A common concern when finding caregivers for someone with Alzheimer's disease is safety. Approximately 1 in 10 elderly individuals in the United...
How Does Alzheimer's Disease Affect Driving?...Giving up driving privileges is something no one loves doing, but when a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, this is something...
Managing Care for Behavioral Symptoms...Alzheimer's disease damages brain tissues. Over time, this damage causes changes in the brain. Cognitive symptoms such as memory loss occur. A...
Coping with the Late-Stages of Alzheimer's...Alzheimer's disease is a progressive illness that is often broken down into 7 general stages: The stages do have some overlap. But...
How to Cope with Communication Challenges...As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, communication becomes more and more impaired. A person with Alzheimer’s disease experiences progressive difficulty remembering things, and as...
