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Con la enfermedad de Alzheimer, la capacidad de su ser querido para comprender, procesar y comunicar información cambiará. A continuación se presentan algunas estrategias y habilidades que puede utilizar para reducir los desafíos de comunicación que podrían frustrarlos a ambos.

A so-called “family history” is not always associated with developing the disease — it is likely a combination of genetic, other medical, and lifestyle risk factors.

Knowing the stages of Alzheimer’s helps Caregivers predict what kinds of behaviors to expect in their loved one, as well as prepare for changes yet to come.

As a new caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, there are undoubtedly concerns about what this diagnosis means for your loved one. But most likely you also have questions about what this diagnosis means for you and your family. Here is how to begin.

With Alzheimer’s disease, your loved one’s ability to understand, process, and communicate information will change. Here are some strategies and skills you can use to reduce communication challenges that could frustrate both of you.

With any new medication, it is critical to think about the potential benefits as well as the possible side effects. Since there is currently no drug that will cure the illness, the last thing we want to do is reduce the patient’s quality of life with side effects.