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Dr. Barry Gordon, MD, Ph.D, who is both a behavioural neurologist and cognitive neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins University, answers the question, "What would I do if I had a memory problem?"
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Emory University's "MC-FAQ" is a simple screening test for dementias such as Alzheimer's. With a useful accuracy of 83%, it is extremely inexpensive, easy to administer and score, and requires no special training.
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What if someone you know was diagnosed with Alzheimer's but instead has a condition that can actually be cured? NPH is a common illness that imitates Alzheimer's in 5% of cases, as Dr. Holly Phillips explains.
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A startling new statistic: a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or another form of dementia is commonly made only after three years from the onset of symptoms.
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November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Free memory screenings are available at more than 2,000 local sites across the country.
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A memory problem can be anything from old age to Alzheimer's. Here are 10 warning signs from the Alzheimer's Association that are indicators of a serious health concern.
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In Alzheimer's, an early diagnosis has a lot of advantages. A recent report reveals that language and cultural barriers often block people from getting one.
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In an AFA survey, 68.1% of respondents reported memory complaints. Only 21.1% told their doctors. More should. The earlier one diagnoses serious problems, the earlier one "can be treated, plan for the future & embrace social services support," says Dr. R. Powers.
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Two years after receiving a
diagnosis of Alzheimer's, Florence Oppenheimer continues to live a
fulfilling life.
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Taking a single mental test can be misleading. The University of Virginia recommends getting a “mental batting average” from a short series of tests. This gives doctors "a range of typical performances, a one-person bell curve."
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