- Introduction
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prevention
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Caregiving
- Coping with Emotional Changes
- Coping with Memory Loss
- Costs and Insurance
- Creating a Daily Routine
- Exercise
- Health and Wellbeing of the Caregiver
- Home Safety Adjustments
- Mental Exercises
- Respite Care
- Talking to Children about Alzheimer's
- Talking to Friends about Alzheimer's
- Telling Someone They Have Alzheimer's
- Transition to Assisted Living
- Transition to Nursing Home
- Work
- Related Conditions
- Resources
Effects Of Alzheimer’s Disease On Family
Senile dementia - Alzheimer's type (SDAT); SDAT
Treatment
Unfortunately, there is no cure for AD. The goals in treating AD are to:
- Slow the progression of the disease (although this is difficult to do)
- Manage behavior problems, confusion, sleep problems, and agitation
- Modify the home environment
- Support family members and other caregivers
DRUG TREATMENT
Most drugs used to treat Alzheimer's are aimed at slowing the rate at which symptoms become worse. The benefit from these drugs is...
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From Our Experts
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From Our Sources
Alzheimer's Facts- From the Alzheimer's Assocation
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Alzheimer's Warning Signs and Symptoms
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Alzheimer's Disease Tips- How To Make Smart Decisions
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The Alzheimer's Foundation of America- Q&A on Caregiving with ...
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