Prevention
Although it is normally said that Alzheimer’s disease cannot be prevented, there are some things that can be done to reduce the risk of getting this disease. These include maintaining a healthy lifestyle by having a balanced diet, exercising, maintaining mental and social activity, and avoiding stress. By doing all of this, you can help in maintaining a healthy brain. Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation is done to reduce any kind of burden on a caregiver and to help any person with this disease to function and get better. There are physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology services that are available for persons with Alzheimer’s disease. Physical therapy is done to enhance balance, strength of the muscles, movement, provide pain
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My mission upon doing this research was to gain knowledge and understand how Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain.
I had to idea that having this disease can result to death and I also got to know the difference between Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease with Dementia being the symptoms before you can develop the disease of Alzheimer’s. Until recently, I saw an article on Facebook which stated that this disease can be caused by bacteria and the herpes virus. It made me realize how this disease will continue to develop throughout society and continue to have an impact on our lives today, and how anyone can get this disease and not only due to genetics.
I can empathize with persons who are living with this disease, because to me it would make no sense to be living if you cannot be able to remember things or your family and loved ones more importantly. It would just be living in a hopeless world with no
Alzheimer’s disease is a common problem in today’s society and within the older population this disease makes up the largest form of dementia. Although it is a problem in mainly older people, this disease can still occur in the younger population also. People in their 30s-50s can be diagnosed with this disease, even though it is not as common as people in their 60s-90s. The number of people with Alzheimer’s in the U.S. is close to five million and is expected to double within the next 30 years. With our modern medicine and advancements one would think a cure would be available, however, getting to the cause of the disease is a major factor. The cause of Alzheimer’s disease is one that is very debatable and questionable and most likely is a result of multiple factors rather than one. The main issue with finding the cause is because this disease affects the brain and can
Alzheimer’s disease is a prominent brain disease that effects a massive amount of individuals in the United States. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for 60-80% of dementia cases, with no chance of being cured, prevented or decelerating over time (Alzheimer’s Association, 2014). AD is the most well-known form of dementia, causing complications in brain function in the areas of memory, thinking, and behavior (Alzheimer’s Association, 2014). In an effort to gain a deeper understanding of Alzheimer’s disease, researchers create new knowledge about the disease, which is then distributed to the public. The goal in this information disbursement is to find new and inventive ways to treat AD, prevent AD from progressing at such a rapid pace, and aid in the quality of life in those diagnosed with AD as well as caregivers and medical professionals providing treatment to individuals’ with AD.
Arm yourself with as much information as you can: While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s there’s more information available now than there ever used to be. From senior care tips on creating a consistent schedule to slowing
According to data available from the Alzheimer’s foundation every 67 seconds someone develops Alzheimer’s disease and currently at least 5.3 million people are affected by the disease. The numbers are expected to grow as 75 million baby boomers transition into retirement by 2030. Alzheimer disease is a brain disorder that causes decay and dis- function of neurons resulting in memory loss, speech and language impairment. This can also extend to challenges in physical and social behavioural. The brain, consisting of the cerebrum, cerebellum and brain stem is the primary target of Alzheimer’s disease. At three pounds the brain has a network of arteries and a folded cortex that is responsible for memory and movement. These functions are facilitated by a network of neurons. Alzheimer’s disease interferes with these neurons by disrupting electrical transfer; Death of brain cells is inevitable as the cortex shrinks becoming incapable of developing thoughts and memory. The Alzheimer’s patient experiences an altered personality with family members becoming strangers.
The prognosis of Alzheimer's disease is that it is a chronic disease. However, you can do things to help cope with it. For example, create a safe and supportive environment. Keep important things in the same area so they will not get lost and use a calendar or whiteboard to keep track of daily events and
Alzheimer’s disease effects hundreds of thousands of older adults. Research has been done and a cure is being searched for, but so far there is no way to cure it. There are treatments for Alzheimer’s that may help, but the cure is slow coming and few things have been learned about it. Older persons who experience the disease can experience a wide array of effects such as confusion, depression, violent tendencies, and many other things of that nature. There are different stages of the mental sickness, from minor, to severe. Different research states that the more schooling you have the, the less likely you are to develop Alzheimer’s, it may also be genetic and passed down through generations.
Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia. This disease causes problems with memory, thinking and the way they behave. There is no cure or this disease. People should learn more about this disease because it has to do with your genetics and if you have the genes for this disease you should learn about it so you know what to expect when the doctor diagnoses you with
I was not aware that Alzheimer’s was a disease that can affect members of the same family. This disease can be proceeding in an inconspicuous or harmless way but can have a grave effect. The person may think it’s normal to have forgetful moments but shouldn’t be taken for granted. Due to aging and the things that come with normal aging this disease can be imitating. As an adult a person being independent and having to depend on someone can be daunting crush to their ego to ask for assistance. The person diagnosed with the disease can be proactive and come to terms on how this cam impact one’s family and friends. I was not aware of the many affects it can have upon a person such as thinking, judgment, problem solving, language skills, and personality and movement abilities. The disease is a process and can be scary in coming to terms with. Researchers know a lot about the disease and think it can be beat. Due to modern technology and science medicines they have made tremendously progress. The dying nerve cell, the loss of memory and the thinking ability to perform with this disease may not be cured but great process has been made to see inside the brain for the
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that gradually destroys brain cells, affecting a person’s memory and their ability to learn, make judgments, communicate and carry out basic daily activities. The disease is a progressive degenerative disease of the brain. It was first described by the German neuropathologist Alois Alzheimer in 1905 (Selkoe, 2016). The average life expectancy of an Alzheimers patient is between five and ten years, but some patients today have live for up to 15 years after the diagnosis due to improvements in care and medical treatments. The cause of Alzheimer 's has not yet been discovered and it also not possible to confirm a person has Alzheimer 's until their autopsy following death (Park, 2016).
When treating Alzheimer’s disease the main goals are to maintain mental function, manage behavioral symptoms, and slow or delay the disease. As of right now there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. There is also not much we understand about the disease or know its causes.
When talking to someone who has Alzheimer’s Disease, they usually do not recognize their loved ones or remember what they are doing. For the family members of people with Alzheimer's it is quite heartbreaking to see their mother, father, grandmother, or grandfather in that condition. The disease may lead to death after a few years and during that time the disease worsens. As of right now there are no known cure for the disease, but there are measures one can take to help prevent Alzheimer’s. With the information known about how the disease works, a cure should hopefully be not that far away.
Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease kills more people than both prostate and breast cancer put together? This neurodegenerative illness is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, but not only does Alzheimer’s affect the five million Americans living with it. People caring for those with the disease gave up around eighteen billion of their own hours this past year to provide the needed service. What’s even more staggering is that these caregivers put in these hours without pay. Alzheimer’s is a serious concern to scientists, but the disease is rooted in the most complex, confusing part of the human body, the brain. This is a reason why an effective cure for the disease has been unavailable in the past, but new developments
Fortunately, there are often programs available to help you, which you should consider immediately. The first step is to consult with a board certified elder law attorney who understands the disease, works with Alzheimer's clients and knows the ins and outs of these programs.
Recently read an article regarding the top ten causes of death in the U.S. and I was surprised to see that Alzheimer's disease (AD) was the number six leading cause of death. I knew that it was associated with dementia, but did not realize that it actually was associated with high mortality rates. I resultingly decided to do research, and write a paper on Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's is a neurodegenerative disease which overtime leads to build up of cerebral plaques and neurofibrillary tangles, neuron death, gradual cognitive decline (dementia), progressive shrinking 'atrophy' of the brain. It is the cause of the majority (70%) of the cases of dementia in the U.S.. It is associated with other diseases such as obesity, heart disease,
Alzheimer’s disease is not a natural part of aging. It is the most common cause of progressive dementia, due to the degeneration of nerve cells in the brain and shrinkage of brain matter. Risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease is increased by older age, genetic factors and several medical risks factors. Many studies have also suggested that dietary and life style factors may influence risk, raising the possibility that preventive strategies for Alzheimer’s disease. Persons with Alzheimer’s disease have impaired ability to recognize hunger, thrust or satiety. They are prone to dehydration.