This 31-page booklet from the Alzheimer's Association covers basic information on Alzheimer's Disease and Treatment, including:
The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease Getting a Diagnosis Description of the 7-Stages of Alzheimer's Treatment for Alzheimer's
This 12-page pamphlet from the Alzheimer's Association covers issues specific to younger Alzheimer's patients, including:
10 Quick Tips for living with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Supporting Your Spouse How to Help Your Children Communicating with Your Friends Dealing with Your Job Managing Your Finances Planning for the Future
Source: Oregon Health and Science University
This 4-page fact sheet from the National Institute on Aging describes the four most common drugs used for Alzheimer's Disease, including information on:
Appropriate drugs at each disease stage How these drugs work Usual dosage and common side effects
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This 85-minute HBO documentary profiles seven people living with Alzheimer's Disease, each at a different stage in their dementia. This film shows the full spectrum of the progression of the disease.