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Alzheimer's / Dementia Alzheimer's / Dementia Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Esther Heerema, MSW, your Guide to Alzheimer's / Dementia Research: Does an Apple a Day Keep Dementia Away? Is it true that apples are a super fruit? Do they impact the health and functioning of your brain? The research is limited, but it does show some promise...Read more Search Related Topics:  reducing risks for dementia  diet and alzheimer's prevention  ways to improve memory Copng with Dementia: What to Do if Dad Gives Money Away Does this sound familiar? Dad gets multiple requests a day for donations. While you're over visiting, you notice that the phone rings and someone makes a plea for him to help the children with cancer. His mail contains appeals to help feed the hungry by donating money, as well notifications that he won the sweepstakes and just has to pay a small fee to cover the taxes... Read more Search Related Topics:  elder abuse  designating a power of attorney  legal and financial decisions after diagnosis Research: How Does Alcohol Affect Your Brain? Some research out there says a little alcohol, especially wine, is good for you. In fact, in some studies, alcohol has even been shown to reduce the risk of developing dementia. However, other studies cite the many risks of alcohol, including an explanation of how it impairs brain functioning. So, which is it? Is alcohol good or bad for your brain?...Read more Search Related Topics:  preventing alzheimer's  wernicke-korsakoff syndrome  types of dementia What's the Difference Between Delirium and Dementia?  Delirium and dementia are conditions that can be confusing, both to experience and to distinguish. Both can cause memory loss, poor judgment, a decreased ability to communicate, and impaired functioning. But there are many differences between the two, including the need for prompt medical attention for delirium. Here's how to know the difference...Read more Search Related Topics:  symptoms of alzheimer's  dementia  mild cognitive impairment Related Searches Dementia LEWY Body Symptoms Dementia Types of Dementia What Is Dementia Elderly Dementia Featured Articles What Is Alzheimer's Disease? What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Alzheimer's? Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease How Is Alzheimer's Disease Treated? Coping with Alzheimer's Disease How to Handle Challenging Behaviors in Dementia   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Esther Heerema, MSW Alzheimer's / Dementia Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Alzheimer's / Dementia newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   If It's Not Alzheimer's: Other Types of Dementia What Is Vascular Dementia? What Is Mixed Dementia? What Is Lewy Body Dementia? Advertisement