About Alzheimer's / Dementia: Recent Studies on Self-Reported Cognitive Decline

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Alzheimer's / Dementia Alzheimer's / Dementia Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Esther Heerema, MSW, your Guide to Alzheimer's / Dementia One area of research in Alzheimer's disease, among many others, is that of the very early stages of the disease. Researches are trying to learn what occurs before someone fully develops the disease since other studies have concluded that some brain changes may occur years before symptoms develop. Below, research points out that self-reported cognitive decline may be one of the earliest indicators of Alzheimer's. The studies were presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference last week. Self-Reported Memory Loss May Be Earliest Indicator of AD This past week, the Alzheimer's Association International Conference was held in Denmark. For several days, the latest research on Alzheimer's symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment was presented. Of note, five different studies focused on subjective cognitive decline... Does Mental Exercise Really Make a Difference? Have you heard the phrase, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away"? Recent research appears to agree, although rather than an apple and a doctor, it's mental stimulation keeping cognitive declines away. A study published in the online journal... Read more The Challenge of Reversing Roles with Your Parents Sometimes, it's a health crisis that suddenly shoves us into making decisions for our parents. For others, it's a gradual morphing that began with a small suggestion here or there... Read more How Can Fido Help Someone Living with Dementia? It turns out, Fido, Fluffy or Buster really may be a man's best friend, especially if that man (or woman) has Alzheimer's disease or another dementia. Many research studies have been... Read more Related Searches Alzheimer 'S Disease Alzheimers Symptoms Stages of Dementia Memory Loss Dementia Alzheimers Brain Featured Articles Alzheimer's Basics Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment Options for Alzheimer's Disease If You Have Alzheimer's Disease Information for Alzheimer's Caregivers   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Esther Heerema, MSW 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.com Alzheimer's / Dementia newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 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