Alzheimer's 101
Alzheimer's is a type of this mental health condition
A type of Dementia, which can affect those under 65
Who discovered Alzheimer's disease?
Dr. Alois Alzheimer
This activity provides your body and brain with a chance to rest and recover.
Sleep
Pick a number between 2 and 900
9
What are some of the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease?
Memory loss, difficulty thinking, behavioural changes, movement difficulties
The youngest person to have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's was how old?
19 years old
This type of activity can help both your physical and mental health, while reducing your risk of Alzheimer's
Physical activity
Name 3 TTC stations with streetcars connecting
Main Street, Broadview, Spadina, Bathrust, Dundas West, College, Queen's Park, Dundas, St. Patrick, Osgoode, King, St. Andrew, St. Clair & St. Clair West
TRUE OR FALSE: Alzheimer's onset is quick and can worsen even faster
False! Gradual onset is more common. However, it does progressively get worse.
How old was the first person to have been diagnosed with Alzheimers?
50
TRUE OR FALSE: You should seek support for mental health issues to reduce your risk of Alzheimer's
TRUE
What it the chemical formula for salt?
NaCl
TRUE OR FALSE: There is no cure for Alzheimer's
True. It is currently treated with medication and daily care giving
How many cases of Alzheimer's are diagnosed in Canada every day?
414 cases per day
This type of injury can temporarily prevent you from partaking in sports and increase your risk of mental health disorders as your get older
Concussion
This new Toronto park's name means "Sunlight Shining towards us" in Anishinaabemowin
Biidaasige Park
Name 2 mild and 2 severe symptoms
Mild: Memory loss, cognitive (concentration trouble), speaking trouble, poor judgement, spatial issues and getting lost.
Severe: Communication breakdown, physical decline (trouble waling, etc), total dependence on support.
How do Indigenous communities approach Alheizmers?
Indigenous Communities often see it as a second childhod, since people with Alzheimers need more care.
This type of substance use can increase your risk of Alzheimers
Alcohol
Name the 4 points at which the northern hemisphere changes seasons
Summer solstice, Fall Equinox, Winter Solstice, Spring Equinox