Alzheimer's and Other Dementias Questions

1. My mother accuses me of not visiting. What can I do to help her remember?

   Dear Deb:
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2. Is my mom experiencing "Terminal" delirium?

   Please remember, you're dealing with a very ill 93-year old, and sometimes you have to give up your wishes and do what's best for the patient. The facility, especially if hospice gets involved, is possibly better able to provide the 24/7 care needed for your mom.
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3. When and how is it appropriate to start talking with my sister about her dementia?

   Dear Edward:
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4. How can I handle my husand's memory issues?

   Dear Nurse Jen:
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5. How do I keep Mom from trying to leave house?

   Here are a few more tips and resources to help you keep Mom from trying to leave the house.
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6. Mom is between level 5 & 6 dementia and she refuses help. What can we do?

   Dear Anonymous Caregiver:
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7. I have durable POA of my mom and my sister want to change it. How Can I stop it?

   Dear Daughter with Durable Power of Attorney:
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8. Is talking to mirrors a behavior of moderate Alzheimer's?

   That's a great point, alwysgayles. We can learn a lot about our loved ones if we slow down enough and just listen. Thank you for sharing.
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9. How do I make my Mother go see a doctor when she flatly refuses?

   I feel your pain. You are in a tough spot and you are not alone. Connie gave a thorough and excellent answer. You have embarked on a stressful, frustrating, and difficult journey as your relationship with your mother is changing. I simply add that you need to have your own support system and take care of yourself...
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10. Alzheimers and Genetics-Is there a chance I may have "presymptomatic" markers?

    It is possible that you might have some "presymptomatic markers" but you have to realize that it is not clear if and how they could predict development of dementia in individual cases. They are used only in clinical research.
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11. Does my 78 year old mother have Dementia or Paranoid Schizophrenia?

    If your mother has no cognitive impairment after years of having this hallucination, it is unlikely that she has dementia. It is more likely that she has paranoid schizophrenia that should be treatable.
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12. Is Alzheimer's more aggressive in a men?

    I can't say I've seen any research to suggest that Alzheimer's is more aggressive in men.
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13. My mother seems to have early signs of dementia. What should I do?

    Hello Anonymous, Thank you for submitting this common caregiving question. I'm sorry to hear about your mom's health. Here are a few resources from Caring.com that may be helpful as you plan your caregiving trajectory:
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14. FAQ: How Can I Enroll in a Clinical Trial for an Alzheimer's Disease Drug?

    Your best bet to enroll in clinical research for an Alzheimer's disease treatment is to check the federal Alzheimer's Disease Clinical Trials Database, a joint project of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the National Institute on Aging (NIA), and the Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR)...
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15. How do I help my 47 year old daughter with Alzheimer's who is constantly crying?

    Dear Anonymous:
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16. How can I get my husband with Alzheimer's to visit the dentist?

    Because the dental hygiene question with Alzheimer's is one that comes up regularly, I consulted a local geriatric specialist dentist, Barry Cerridan, D.D.S. All of the above answers agree with what Dr. Cerridan reported. However, there were some things that he emphasized, that bear repeating. The manner and approach of the dentist is crucial...
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17. How does the personality of someone with dementia change?

    Most people with dementia retain the essence of their pre-disease personality. In fact their personality seems to be exaggerated - a sweet young person appears to be even more gentle with Alzheimer's and 'the boss' becomes more controlling...
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18. FAQ: How Do I Keep My Loved One From Falling on His Way to the Bathroom at Night?

    There's no way to guarantee that your loved one won't fall on the way to the bathroom at night, but there are steps you can take to reduce the chance of a fall:
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19. FAQ: What Are Biomarkers for Alzheimer's Disease?

    Biomarkers are biological indicators of the presence or absence of disease. The biomarkers referred to in Alzheimer's disease testing are:
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20. FAQ: What Kind of Experts Can Diagnose Alzheimer's Disease?

    A physician is in the best position to diagnose Alzheimer's disease, because he or she can conduct a physical examination and the testing necessary to rule out other possible causes for memory loss and other symptoms of dementia.
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