Clinical Manifestations
This common symptom of Alzheimer's involves difficulty recalling recent events or conversations and can be an early indicator of the disease.
Memory loss
This class of drugs works by increasing the levels of acetylcholine in the brain, helping to alleviate symptoms of memory loss.
Cholinesterase inhibitors
This clinical manifestation in Alzheimer's often involves noticeable changes in mood, including depression and irritability.
Personality and mood changes
This medication is prescribed to help reduce symptoms by blocking excess glutamate activity in the brain.
Memantine (Namenda)
Patients with Alzheimer’s disease often struggle with this symptom, characterized by wandering and becoming disoriented in familiar settings.
Getting lost and wandering
This therapeutic approach includes structured exercises and activities designed to stimulate brain function and improve cognitive skills in Alzheimer's patients.
Cognitive stimulation therapy
A significant cognitive symptom of Alzheimer’s disease, which makes it difficult for patients to understand where they are and what time it is.
Disorientation
This type of care aims to reduce behavioral and psychological symptoms of Alzheimer's, focusing on patient well-being through environment and routine adjustments.
Behavioral interventions
This condition refers to a decrease in the ability to perform basic tasks like dressing or managing finances, which significantly impacts daily functioning.
Decline in activities of daily living (ADLs)
What is the primary goal of Alzheimer’s treatment, aimed at alleviating symptoms and slowing disease progression rather than curing the disease?
Symptom management and slowing disease progression