What is Alzheimer's?
Alzheimer's is more common in this gender group
Women
The classic sign of Alzheimer's disease?
loss of short term memory
True or false
Alzheimer's is a normal part of aging.
false
In this stage, there are no signs of memory problems
Stage 1
This celebrity who had Alzheimer's was a beloved Actor and Comedian known for his notable roles in films like Good Will Hunting, Dead Poet's Society, and Mrs. Doubtfire.
Robin Williams
Alzheimer's can affect a person's personality and language. Is this true of false?
True
True of false
Sometimes forgetting which word to use is a sign of Alzheimer's
False, this is a normal sign of aging.
True of false
There is no treatment for Alzheimer's
False. While there's no cure, treatments can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
In this stage, a person may forget names or lose things, but can still function independently.
mild cognitive impairment
The name of the famous musician who suffered from Alzheimer's disease from the film we watched in class titled I'll Be Me?
Glen Campbell
Alzheimer's disease accounts for this percent of dementia cases
60-80%
After what age do Alzheimer's symptoms typically first appear?
After age 60
Many believe there’s nothing you can do to reduce your Alzheimer’s risk. But these lifestyle choices have been shown to help protect brain health.
exercise, healthy diet, mental stimulation, and social engagement
In this stage, symptoms become more obvious: confusion, difficulty with language, and trouble recognizing loved ones.
moderate (middle stage)
This civil right activist who is most known for sparking the Montgomery bus boycott was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Rosa Parks
In the late stages, people with Alzheimer's have trouble showing this expression that people do when they are happy.
Smiling
Delirium is a symptom of Alzheimer's. What is it?
A state of sudden, severe confusion and rapid changes in brain function.
Alzheimer's can affect people as young as __?
40
How many main stages are commonly used to describe the progression of Alzheimer’s?
mild, moderate, severe
In 1994, the 40th president of the United States announced to America that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Who is this president?
Ronald Reagan
Alzheimer’s disease mainly affects this organ.
The brain
The most common early symptom of Alzheimer's disease?
Difficulty remembering newly learned language.
Many people think only older adults get Alzheimer’s. But people as young as their 30s or 40s can develop this form of dementia, known as this.
early onset Alzheimer's
In this final stage, a person may lose the ability to speak, walk, or eat without help.
Severe (late stage)
This American Painter and illustrator was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Hint: His name is the title of one of Lana Del Rey's albums.
Norman Rockwell