Causes and Symptoms of Dementia
Many people know the names of common diseases but may lack specific knowledge about their causes and symptoms. Cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can come on suddenly, before we have the chance to become informed about them. Being knowledgeable can help us be more level-headed when dealing with these issues. Families…
Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s impairs intellectual abilities and memory, which often interferes with a person’s daily life. While there is currently no cure, the disease can present early signs and symptoms. An early diagnosis could lead to early treatment, to keep you one step ahead of its development. We review five signs that may indicate someone is suffering…
New Treatment to Reverse Dementia Symptoms?
Dementia is a group of brain disorders related to memory loss, the inability to perform everyday tasks and a decline in social skills. The most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, affects 5.7 million people in the United States alone. Although there is no proven cure, researchers in Australia have found a way to reverse…
What Is Anosognosia?
When a loved one develops Alzheimer’s disease, personality, mood and memory change, as the brain cells progressively deteriorate. Mom or dad may not remember you, other family members or close friends. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, someone develops this disease in the US every 65 seconds. But, what if your loved one does not know…