With so many myths about mental illnesses being spread today, one area of uncertainty lies in the differences between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is defined as “a form of degenerative brain disease resulting in progressive mental deterioration with disorientation, memory disturbance and confusion.” Some definitions of Alzheimer’s disease...

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can often leave a patient and their loved ones feeling desperate and searching for any treatment or cure they can find. Unfortunately, like all chronic and terminal illnesses, there is a wealth of misinformation, and in some cases, individuals looking to profit off of families’...

Stem cell research is a highly contentious issue. Stem cell research involves the use of cells from human embryos that are a few days old, and occasionally, cells from fetuses greater than eight weeks old. Opponents of embryonic stem cell research compare it to abortion because the cells are capable...

Alzheimer’s disease is a frightening illness. It is incurable, and it slowly, gradually, and unstoppably ravages a patient’s ability to communicate, remember events, function in society, or simply make sound judgments. As a result, the patient will be dependent on loved ones to gradually take care of her or him,...

Alzheimer’s is one of the more difficult diseases for families to care for. That is why more and more people are turning to what’s known as “adult daycare” for Alzheimer’s patients. Most people start by wondering if it’s a good idea, especially with people being in the condition that Alzheimer’s...

Many people equate memory lapses and Alzheimer’s disease with old age, and yet, nothing could be further from the truth. Granted, as we age, memories tend to fade and we often forget details, but Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease; a condition that continues to steadily worsen until it...

There is no clear-cut line between what distinguishes normal aging tendencies and the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease. A good idea is to check with a doctor should the suspected Alzheimer’s patient begin to vary from their basic behaviorisms, regular routines, or if their level of functioning seems to change...

Alzheimer’s is a disease that you need to plan for immediately after the diagnosis. However, some people enter the early stages of Alzheimer’s without even knowing that they have it. The reason for this is that they either don’t visit the doctor, or don’t realize that they’re at risk for...

Caregivers are a blessing for the patient who is no longer able to perform many of the daily tasks of life for him or herself. In addition to the foregoing, the services of a dedicated caregiver will become more and more important as an illness progresses and further impairs a...

Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is scary for patients and their loved ones. The diagnosis means that life will change completely, and can cause many complex emotions. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but there are things you can do to help yourself prolong the time you have before...