Alzheimer's Disease.
Created by JV
Myths
Drinking out of aluminum cans or cooking in aluminum pots and pans can lead to Alzheimer's disease.
Reality: Getting rid of aluminum cans, pots, and pans will not protect you from Alzheimer's disease. Most researchers believe that not enough evidence exists to say aluminum is a risk factor for Alzheimer's or a cause of dementia.
Memory loss is a natural part of aging.
Reality: In the past people believed memory loss was a normal part of aging, often saying Alzheimer's is a natural age-related decline. Experts now recognize severe memory loss as a symptom of serious illness.
Tips.
Play games that involve the persons brain.
Do.
Agree with them or distract them to a different subject or activity.
Give short, one sentence explanations.
Don't.
Don't reason
Don't confront
Don't remind them they forgot
Don't question recent memory.
Citations
Alzheimer's.
Text:
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"Alzheimer's Disease." www.alz.org. 2015.