A l z h e i m e r ’ s D i s e a s e
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A l z h e i m e r ’ s D i s e a s e. R o s s T u r b y f i l l B r a n d e e C r e w s M e g a n D u n n. Description of Alzheimer’s. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, becoming severe enough to interfere
with daily tasks.
o Has difficulty with new learning and making new memorieso Has trouble finding words o Loses spark or zest for lifeo Loses recent memory without a change in appearance or casual conversationoLoses judgment about moneyo Has shorter attention spano Easily loses way going to familiar placeso Resists change or new things oHas trouble organizing and thinking logicallyo Asks repetitive questions
A growing number of herbal remedies, dietary supplements and “medical foods” are promoted as memory enhancers or
treatments to delay or prevent Alzheimer’s disease and related disorder.
o Regular exerciseo Healthy Diet
o Mental Stimulation o Quality Sleep
o Stress Managemento An Active Social Life
Slide 2 -What is Alzheimer's ?." http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_what_is_alzheimers.asp. alzheimer's association, n.d. Web. 30 Jan. 2012.Slide 3 - http://0.tqn.com/d/alzheimers/1/0/f/brain_alz.jpg. Web. 30 Jan. 2012.Slide 3 - http://0.tqn.com/d/alzheimers/1/0/g/brain_normal.jpg. Web. 30 Jan. 2012.Slide 4 - Alzheimer's Disease." http://www.cdc.gov/Features/Alzheimers/. CDC, Web. 30 Jan. 2012.Slide 5 - Alzheimer's Association. Web. 31 Jan. 2012. <http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_treatments.asp>.Slide 6 - "How to Reduce Your Risk and Protect Your Brain." Alzheimer's & Dementia Prevention. Web. 31 Jan. 2012. <http://www.helpguide.org/elder/alzheimers_prevention_slowing_down_treatment.htm>.
