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Help me figure out whether my parent has Alzheimer's

• Checklist - 8 Signs to Watch for if You Suspect Alzheimer's

  Alzheimer's Symptoms. How to recognize Alzheimer symptoms. The 8 symptoms to watch for if you suspect your parent has Alzheimer's disease.

• Quiz - Do You Know the Difference Between Dementia and Normal Memory Loss?

  A short quiz to help you tell the difference between normal memory loss and dementia or Alzheimer's disease.

• Article - What Causes Alzheimer's Disease and Who Gets It

  12 questions to help you gauge your parent's risk for Alzheimer's disease, based on the known risk factors for Alzheimer's and its possible causes.

• Article - Non-Alzheimer's Causes of Dementia

  Alzheimer's isn't the only cause of dementia. A basic overview of different kinds of dementia and how they can affect your elderly parent.

• Article - Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI): A Beginner's Guide

  A guide to telling the difference between normal memory loss and mild cognitive impairment that could lead to dementia.

• Article - The Path to an Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosis

  Six steps to take if your parent is showing signs of Alzheimer's disease, from documenting the symptoms to finding the right doctor -- and what to do after you get a diagnosis.

Blog Posts

• Blog Post - On PBS: What's It Like to Have Alzheimer's?

  "The Forgetting: A Portrait of Alzheimer's" on PBS is an excellent examination of the disease.

Questions & Answers

• Question - How do I know if my mom has Alzheimer's?

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• Question - How do we convince my father to see a doctor about possible Alzheimer's symptoms and hearing loss?

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• Question - What is the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia?

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• Question - Does my angry father have Alzheimer's or dementia

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• Question - How can I tell if my parent has Alzheimer's or depression?

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Tips & Reflections

• Tip - Don't Be Afraid to "Be Nosy" About a Parent's Dementia

  Wondering if your parent really has Alzheimer's...

• Tip - Use a Written Record to Assess Your Parent's Dementia

  If you suspect your parent has Alzheimer's, start an...

Links

• External Link - Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer's

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