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Alzheimer's / Dementia Alzheimer's / Dementia Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment From Esther Heerema, your Guide to Alzheimer's / Dementia Wondering how to prevent Alzheimer's disease? Curious what causes it? If we had solid answers to those questions, we'd be a lot further along in our nation's goal to treat and prevent Alzheimer's. However, recent research has shed light on one possible risk factor for Alzheimer's: chronic stress. Research: Chronic Stress Linked to Alzheimer's Most cases of Alzheimer's disease appear to be sporadic, as opposed to inherited directly from a relative. So, as scientists continue to work on unraveling the cause of Alzheimer's, they take note when a clue rises to the top. Recently, they discovered a possible cue, published in...Read more Responding to Paranoia and Delusions in Dementia Approximately 30% to 40% of people with Alzheimer's will develop delusions at some point during the disease, many of them being paranoid delusions. What's the best way to respond to a loved one who's convinced you're plotting to harm her? ...Read more See More About:  challenging behaviors  medications for behaviors in alzheimer's  non-drug approaches Concerned About the Care of a Loved One With Dementia? Throughout the challenge of Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, there often comes a time when our loved ones end up spending some time in a hospital, rehabilitative setting or long-term care facility (nursing home). During that time, your role as advocate becomes very important. ...Read more See More About:  coping with alzheimer's  power of attorney  non-drug approaches Study: Belly Fat Correlated with Lower Cognitive Functioning in Older Adults The journal Age and Ageing recently published a study that discusses the relationship between being overweight and cognitive decline. There were 250 people involved in this study, and researchers measured... Read more Alzheimer's / Dementia Ads Elderly Dementia Alzheimers Disease Dementia Care Alzheimers Symptoms Dementia Treatment Featured Articles Information for Alzheimer's Caregivers Preventing Alzheimer's Disease Working With Your Doctor Resources and Services Books, Mags, and Movies Glossary   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More> This newsletter is written by: Esther Heerema Alzheimer's / Dementia Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Alzheimer's / Dementia newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What Is Alzheimer's Disease? Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease Coping With Alzheimer's Disease Advertisement