Monday 23 June 2014

About Alzheimer's / Dementia: 9 Things that Increase the Risk of Younger Dementia in Men

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From Esther Heerema, MSW, your Guide to Alzheimer's / Dementia
What Factors Increase the Risk for Younger Dementia in Men?

Younger-onset dementia, also called early onset Alzheimer's or young dementia, affects people who are younger than the age of 65- some of whom are even in their 40s. It causes symptoms such as memory loss, poor judgment, impaired executive functioning, and word-finding difficulties.

Learn what increases the risk of developing this type of dementia for men... Read more


Does Alcohol Increase or Decrease the Risk of Dementia?

Does alcohol impact the functioning of your brain? Does it affect your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease?

In a word: yes.

Learn if alcohol increases or decreases your risk for developing Alzheimer's disease, if the type of alcohol matters and if your genetics make a difference...Read more


FAQs about Nursing Homes and Dementia

I've never heard anyone say, "When I'm older, I HOPE that I get to move into a nursing home!"

However, if through unexpected circumstances this becomes a possibility, the outcome will likely be far better if you've taken the time before a crisis to educate yourself on the process and explore your options... Read more


What to Do if You're Worried that a Loved One Has Alzheimer's

Have you noticed your mother’s memory declining? Do you question your husband’s judgment in areas that he has always been very competent in until recently? Has your sister been behaving strangely lately and falsely accusing you of taking her money?

If you're noticing some of these possible signs of Alzheimer's disease, here are four first steps take...Read more



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