Alzheimer's Disorder Research Paper

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Every day, Noah read to Allie. Not just any old book, but a love story that she should be familiar with because not only did she write it, but it was the story of how she came to be with the love of her life. It was the story of Noah and Allie; how they fell in love over a summer, went their separate ways, and eventually made their way back to each other. Everyday as Noah read this book, Allie always questioned him, “Does she end up with Noah?” or “What comes next?” Finally, late into the night when Noah finished the story, Allie “came back” to Noah. It was an incredibly heart warming reunion between Noah and Allie. She asked about their children and suggested that Noah dance with her. Within a matter of five minutes, Allie suddenly question …show more content…

The next step in diagnoses is most likely a referral to a specialist. Medical professionals experienced in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease include psychologist, neurologist, and psychiatrist. Each of these three professionals specializes in a subject associated with Alzheimer’s disease making them more equipped when diagnosing a patient. For example, a psychologist would be able to perform memory test and assess other mental …show more content…

However, for over 5,000,000 million people, that was not the case (Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia | Alzheimer's Association.) Once diagnosed, people have several options and risk to consider concerning their own physical, mental, and emotional health. At the present time, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. However, there are various treatments and clinical trials in which people can become involved. In most cases, non-drug treatments are utilized following diagnoses. Non-drug treatments vary from environmental changes, to monitoring comfort levels, to ensuring a person has adequate rest on a regular basis. The purpose of non-drug treatments is to develop habits while dealing with the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease so one will be better prepared when symptoms intensify as the connections within the brain begin to deteriorate. The deterioration of connections in the brain often leave a person with behavioral problems as well. Behavioral problems range from sleep-disturbances, to aggression, and to emotional distress on a regular basis, and even hallucinations and delusions. In order to handle behavioral changes effectively, it is important for a person with Alzheimer's disease to have a support network, such as family, that can help with coping and adjustments as needed. The next step to consider after diagnoses and non-drug treatments

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