Alzheimers Medical Reference
- Art and Music Therapy for Alzheimer's Disease
Art and music therapy can improve the quality of life for people with Alzheimer's disease. Learn more from WebMD.
- Dementia in Head Injury
Dementia is a common consequence of head injuries. Learn more from WebMD about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and outlook.
- Is Alzheimer’s Genetic?
What role does genetics play in Alzheimer's disease?
- Dementia in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
WebMD examines the relationship between dementia and ALS, a devastating motor neuron disease.
- What Is Lewy Body Dementia?
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment for Lewy Body Dementia, one of the most common types of dementia.
- Dementia
What dementia is, the different kinds, and what to expect.
- Dementia
WebMD provides a brief overview of dementia causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Types of Dementia
WebMD explains the different types of dementia, a syndrome that affects a person's thinking, behavior, and memory.
- Glossary of Alzheimer's Disease Terms
A guide to terms associated with Alzheimer's disease and what they mean.
- Types of Alzheimer's Disease
Learn the various types of Alzheimer's disease.
- How to Eat Well With Alzheimer's Disease
Proper nutrition is especially important for people with Alzheimer's disease.
- Alzheimer's Disease and Exercise
Exercise is important for people with Alzheimer's disease. WebMD offers suggestions for a fitness regimen.
- Alzheimer's Disease: Your Role as Caregiver
Helpful tips for caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
- Adult Day Care for Loved Ones With Alzheimer's
A primer on adult day care centers for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease.
- Where to Find Support for Alzheimer’s
WebMD helps you sort through mental health counseling and support options if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
- Controversial Alzheimer's Disease Risk Factors
Is exposure to aluminum a risk factor for Alzheimer's? Is a virus the culprit? WebMD explores theories about the causes of Alzheimer's disease.
- Make Your Home Safe for Someone With Alzheimer's
Tips for creating a safe home environment for someone with Alzheimer's disease.
- Day-to-Day Living With Alzheimer's Disease
Tips for keeping your life as normal as possible with Alzheimer's disease.
- Alzheimer’s and Agitation: Treatments That Help
WebMD explains the drugs used to treat agitation and behavioral problems in people with Alzheimer's.
- Tips for Easier Personal Care With Alzheimer’s
WebMD offers tips on how to best care for the personal needs of someone with Alzheimer's disease.
- Alzheimer's Disease and Nursing Home Care
WebMD guides you in your search for the best nursing home for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease.
- Alzheimer's Disease and Legal Issues
If you, or a loved one, are diagnosed with Alzheimer's there are important financial and legal matters to consider. Learn more from WebMD.
- Alzheimer's Disease and Financial Planning
In order to manage your finances if you have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, you need to understand health coverage options. WebMD tells you more.
- Research in Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers continue looking in to the risk factors - and potential treatments - of Alzheimer's disease.
- Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease Risk
Learn more about the link between Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease.
- Causes of Alzheimer's Disease
The causes and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease are outlined.
- Where to Find Alzheimer's Resources
WebMD offers helpful resources related to Alzheimer's disease.
- Alzheimer’s: Myths and FAQs
WebMD answers frequently asked questions about Alzheimer's disease.
- Alzheimer's Disease: How It’s Diagnosed
WebMD provides an overview of diagnostic tests for Alzheimer's disease.
- Understanding Alzheimer's Disease: the Basics
Learn about Alzheimer's disease and what causes it.
- Understanding Alzheimer's Disease: Diagnosis & Treatment
WebMD explains the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
- The Basics of Advance Directives
WebMD answers basic questions about how a patient can control end-of-life decisions with advanced directives, living wills, and healthcare power of attorney.
- 10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Alzheimer's Disease
If you or someone you love has just been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, you may want to ask your doctor these questions.
- National Caregiving Organizations for Alzheimer's Disease
WebMD provides a list of national caregiving and advocacy organizations to help you care for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or another illness.
- Alzheimer's Caregiving When You're Far Away
With careful planning, and the help of technology, you can stay connected and feel a sense of control over your loved one's day-to-day care.
- Assisted Living Facilities for Alzheimer's Disease
Get tips on what to look for in an assisted living facility for your loved one with Alzheimer's disease.