Early onset Alzheimer’s-Causes,Diagnosis
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder in which nerve cells in the brain (neurons) degenerate and die, making it difficult for the brain’s signals to be transmitted properly. A person with Alzheimer’s disease has problems with memory, judgment and thinking, which makes it hard for the person to work or take part in day-to-day family and social life. Changes in mood, personality and behavior also may occur. Read more
Delirium and Hallucinations: Alzheimer Disease
Delirium is a syndrome, or group of symptoms, caused by a disturbance in the normal functioning of the brain. The delirious patient has a reduced awareness of and responsiveness to the environment, which may be manifested as disorientation, incoherence, and memory disturbance. Delirium is often marked by hallucinations, delusions, and a dream-like state. Read more
Types of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older people. It is marked by progressive and, at present, irreversible declines in certain cognitive functions. These impairments may include declines in memory, time and space orientation, abstract thinking, the ability to learn and carry out mathematical calculations, language and communication skills, and the performance of routine tasks. Read more
Ibuprofen May Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
Long-term use of ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) was associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published in the May 6 issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Previous studies have shown conflicting results, but this is the longest study of its kind. Read more
Senile Demetia - Causes and Treatment
Senile dementia is an outdated term once used to refer to any form of dementia that occurred in older people. Dementia is a group of symptoms characterized by a decline in intellectual functioning severe enough to interfere with a person’s normal daily activities and social relationships. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in older persons. Read more
Coping With Difficult Behavior
People with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia behave in ways that others find odd or difficult to handle. The person you are caring for is not being deliberately difficult. Due to memory loss they are unable to understand or make themselves understood. They are confused, frightened and frustrated. Caregivers often report that persons with dementia seem to be lost. Read more
Legal and Financial Responsibilities
Individuals with dementia have difficulty managing their business affairs. As they decline they cannot deposit checks, pay bills, sell personal property, or make personal health care decisions. A responsible person must have the legal authority to handle these matters. In many Read more
Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder named for German physician Alois Alzheimer, who first described it in 1906. Scientists have learned a great deal about Alzheimer’s disease in the century since Dr. Alzheimer first drew attention to it. Read more
Nursing Home Care of Alzheimer’s Disease
There is no perfectly “right” time for placing the person with Alzheimer’s disease in an adult care facility. The timing depends upon the needs of the individual and the ability of the caregiver to meet those needs. It is a good idea to begin considering a choice for placement well in advance of the need. This will give you adequate time to research your decision. Read more
The Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
There are many things the medical community understands about Alzheimer’s disease and many things it doesn’t yet know. For example, it’s not clear why some people with Alzheimer’s disease experience faster decline than others. Early Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment may help to slow progression of Alzheimer’s symptoms. Read more
