World Alzheimer's Day is celebrated every year on the 21st Sep to raise awareness and challenge the stereotype revolving around Alzheimer's disease and other dementia. Alzheimer's disease is a condition in which brain cells start to shrink and eventually die. This disease leads to significant memory loss, cognitive decline, and loss of ability to do daily tasks and changes a person's ability to function properly.

Alzheimer's disease requires immediate treatment and supervision as it is a severe condition that should not be left untreated. On this World Alzheimer's Day, take part in this cause to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and the significance of early treatment. Discover the signs, prevention, and treatment options, as this day is a great chance to explore the challenges and learn about the disease together.

The number is increasing day by day in America of people having Alzheimer's disease: nearly 7 million people have Alzheimer’s, and by 2051, it is expected to rise to almost 13 million. About 1 in 9 people of age 65 and older (10.9%) have Alzheimer's, and nearly two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer's are women.

Symptoms and Signs of Alzheimer’s Dementia

·Memory Loss

One of the most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease is memory loss, which can include forgetting recently learned information. Other factors include disremembering dates or events, asking the same questions over and over again, and gradually needing to rely on memory aids (e.g., notes or electronic devices) or family members for things they once handled on their own.

·Lack of Problem-Solving and Planning Skills

Individuals living with alterations in their memory due to Alzheimer's or other dementia may experience challenges in developing or following a proper plan, or it may be difficult for them to work with numbers. This may also include following an exact recipe or keeping track of monthly bills. Alzheimer’s people find it difficult to concentrate on certain things and take much longer than they ever did before the disease.

·Confusion About Time and Place

Another sign of Alzheimer's or other dementia is that individuals living with it usually forget significant dates, seasons, and the time flow. They may have trouble understanding things when they do not happen instantly. Sometimes, people suffering from this disease may forget where they are at the moment or how they got there.

·Trouble In Understanding Visual Images and Spatial Relationships

People with Alzheimer's or other dementia may experience changes in their vision, making it harder for them to comprehend visual images and have trouble reading. Individuals with Alzheimer's may also have glitches, such as speculating distance and determining color or contrast, causing problems that make it harder to drive normally.

·Problems in Speaking and Writing

People living with Alzheimer's or other dementia have difficulty following or joining a conversation. Usually, they stop in the middle of a conversation and have no idea how to continue, or they may repeat themselves. Alzheimer's individuals may also struggle with vocabulary, have trouble naming or identifying a familiar object, or use the wrong name (e.g., calling a "watch" a "hand-clock").

·Misplacing Things and Difficulty in Retracing Steps

Another symptom of Alzheimer's is people having this disease may put things in unusual places. They forget where they place things and are unable to retrace their steps to find them again. In severe cases, they accuse others of stealing their things.

·Having Poor Judgement

Individuals living with Alzheimer's or other dementia usually have poor judgment or decision-making. For instance, they may have poor judgment when dealing with money or pay less attention to grooming or keeping themselves clean.

·Withdrawal from Work or Social Activities

Alzheimer’s patients may experience changes in their ability to hold or have a proper conversation instead of leaving it in the middle. Due to this, they may withdraw from hobbies, social activities, or other engagements. Individuals with Alzheimer's or other dementia may have difficulty continuing to like their favorite team or activity.

·Changes in Mood and Personality

People with Alzheimer’s or other dementia may experience changes in mood and personality. They can quickly become confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful, or anxious. Individuals with this disease usually get upset when hanging out with friends or if they get out of their comfort zone.

Prevention and Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease

Learn ways to prevent and treat people with Alzheimer’s disease so it can be less stressful for patients who have Alzheimer’s, their caregivers, and their loved ones. Here are some things you should keep in mind while taking care of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease.

• Have patience while dealing with patients who have Alzheimer’s disease, try not to express frustrated emotions and avoid arguing with them.
• Reassure them that you are always there to help them whenever they need you. Be their helping hand in getting things done for them.
• Try to bring their interest back to their favorite hobbies, games, and activities.
• Reduce noise and unnecessary clutter to create a cozy space for them at home. Display lovable objects, like pictures, everywhere so they feel loved whenever they see them.
• Build their routine—a proper wake-up-to-bedtime routine that may include bathing, dressing, and eating at the exact time each day.
• Discover ways to keep them active physically so that it can improve their mood and sleep.

Best Read to Gain Insights into Alzheimer’s Disease – Its Causes and Treatments

The Meshk Technique for Alzheimer’s Disease by Mohammad Seyedielmabad

Immerse yourself in our influential book about Alzheimer’s disease by Mohammad Sevedielmabad. Everything you want to know about Alzheimer’s, spanning from its history and symptoms to its treatment, and valuable insights for caregivers to understand better what they’re dealing with and provide them with the best possible techniques to comprehend and treat their loved ones with hope and patience.

This revolutionary book explores the Meshki Theory, an innovative look at human memory. Derived from a comprehensive study, it simplifies complex scientific concepts, offering a fresh perspective on preventing and treating Alzheimer’s.

This book emphasizes that the structure discovered for human memory in the theory called Human Memory Strand (HMS), as a super-DNA structure, has extraordinary regenerative ability. HMS can serve as a turning point in the prevention and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, especially Alzheimer’s.

Hence, based on HMS, a simple, cost-free, and practical method called the Meshk technique has been established to restore memory. The technique can be used effectively for all people to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and to retrieve memory for people no matter what stage they are in.

If you're caretaking your loved one who has Alzheimer's disease, then delve into this inspiring book and gain insights into this disease, its symptoms, cure, and treatments. This read is for everyone who wants to bring a change into the lives of people living with Alzheimer's or another dementia.

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