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Alzheimer’s & Dementia

Navigating Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can be incredibly challenging, whether you’re facing a diagnosis yourself or caring for someone who is. This section offers clear, compassionate information about what dementia is, its causes, how it’s diagnosed, and what to expect over time. You’ll also find guidance on caregiving and helpful resources, helping you feel more prepared, informed, and encouraged throughout this challenging journey.

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What Is Dementia?

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Can Lifestyle Cause or Prevent Dementia?

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An interview about dementia inclusive communities

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How Does Alcohol Cause Brain Damage and Dementia?

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What to Say to A Friend Whose Spouse Has Dementia

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How Does Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Cause Dementia?

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Is Diabetes Linked to Dementia?

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How Do People Die From Dementia?

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Is Dementia Irreversible?

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How Is Dementia Diagnosed?

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Robot Pets May Help Ease Loneliness from Dementia

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What Are Some Early Signs of Dementia?

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Cannabinoids May Remove Brain Plaque

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What Is Monoclonal Antibody Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease?

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What Is Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease?

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Can Alzheimer’s Disease Be Prevented?

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Is Alzheimer’s Disease Genetic?

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Link between insulin resistance and Alzheimer’s

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What Causes Alzheimer’s Disease?

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What Is a Memory Cafe?

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How Much Does Memory Care Cost Per Month?

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How Is Memory Care Different From Assisted Living?

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Can I Get Legal Guardianship of My Loved One With Dementia?

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How Can I Care for Myself While Caring for Someone With Dementia?

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Take the Alzheimer’s Association Brain Tour to learn more about how Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain

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How Can I Provide Care at Home for Someone With Dementia?

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What Kind of Doctor Treats Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia?

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How Can I Provide the Best Care for My Loved One With Advancing Dementia?

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“Journey Through Dementia” Depicts the Terror of Living with a Failing Mind

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When Should a Person With Dementia Stop Driving?

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Read the brochure “LGBT Caregiver Concerns” from the Alzheimer’s Association

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Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease: Additional Resources

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