Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease (also called Alzheimer disease, or Alzheimer’s) is the most common form of dementia. This incurable, degenerative, and terminal disease is diagnosed in people over 65 years of age, although the less-prevalent early-onset Alzheimer’s can occur much earlier. In 2006, there were 26.6 million sufferers worldwide. Alzheimer’s is predicted to affect 1 in 85 people globally by 2050. Although the course of Alzheimer’s disease is unique for every individual, there are many common symptoms. In the early stages, the most commonly recognised symptom is inability to acquire new memories, such as difficulty in recalling recently observed facts. When Alzheimer’s is suspected, the diagnosis is usually confirmed with behavioural assessments and cognitive tests, often followed by a brain scan if available.

How Physical Exercise Prevents Dementia

by Luke Douglas | Aug 9, 2018 | Alzheimer's Disease, Exercise, Healthy Living, Neurocognitive Disorders | 0 |

Based on research conducted by Alzheimer’s Disease International, someone develops dementia every...

Seven Ways to Maintain Your Brain Health

by Judy Robinson | Aug 2, 2018 | Alzheimer's Disease, Healthy Living | 0 |

Seven Ways to Maintain Your Brain Health As we start aging, we notice changes in our innate...

Inflammation as a Symptom of Pathological Disorders

by MHM Content | May 8, 2018 | Adults, Alzheimer's Disease, Neurocognitive Disorder, Neurocognitive Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Seniors | 0 |

Inflammation as a Symptom of Pathological Disorders Decades of research in the field of medicine...

When Dementia Patients Become Delusional and How to Respond

by Ashley Rosa | Mar 29, 2018 | Alzheimer's Disease, Neurocognitive Disorder, Seniors | 0 |

When Dementia Patients Become Delusional and How to Respond It surely is disturbing when a loved...

5 Major Psychological Problems Found in Elderly People

by Chris Palmer | Nov 12, 2017 | Alzheimer's Disease, Amnestic Disorder, Depression, Insomnia, Neurocognitive Disorder, Seniors, Sleep Disorders | 0 |

As people age, they suffer from many problems that are both psychological and psychiatric and can...

4 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

by Tommy Zimmer | Oct 2, 2017 | Adults, Alzheimer's Disease, Disability, Editorial, Living With Mental Illness, Mental Health Awareness, Seniors | 0 |

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, over five million Americans battle Alzheimer’s each day....

The Challenges Facing Someone With Dementia

by Tommy Zimmer | Jul 26, 2017 | Alzheimer's Disease, Living With Mental Illness, Neurocognitive Disorder, Neurocognitive Disorders, Other Neurocognitive Disorders, Seniors | 0 |

Since the year 2000, the Alzheimer’s Association has noted there have been an increase in deaths...

How to Create a Scrapbook for Someone with Dementia

by Dementia Clocks | Mar 15, 2017 | Alzheimer's Disease, Amnestic Disorder, Neurocognitive Disorders, Seniors | 0 |

Reminiscing is a huge enjoyment for a person living with dementia. Being able to tell their life...

Protecting the Mental Health of Seniors

by MHM Content | Sep 16, 2015 | Age Discrimination, Alzheimer's Disease, Amnestic Disorder, Delerium, Neurocognitive Disorder, Neurocognitive Disorders, Other Neurocognitive Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Seniors | 0 |

Today, folks over age 65 are healthier than ever and that means they stay active longer, but too...

Infographic: Living With Alzheimers

by MHM Content | Apr 5, 2015 | Alzheimer's Disease, Living With Mental Illness | 0 |

Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that gradually gets worse over time. It affects memory,...

How Do I Communicate With My Loved One Who Has Alzheimers?

by William Hammond | Feb 25, 2009 | Alzheimer's Disease, Expired, Seniors | 0 |

Good communication can decrease or even prevent many behavior problems. The number one tip to remember is to treat your loved one as an adult. An individual with a disease, not a diseased individual. He has an entire history of...

The Facts About Dementia

by National Women's Health Information Center | Feb 20, 2009 | Alzheimer's Disease, Expired, Huntington's Disease, Neurocognitive Disorder, Neurocognitive Disorders, Parkinson's Disease | 0 |

Dementia refers to a group of symptoms that are caused by changes in brain function. Signs of...

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