Alzheimers Symptoms
10 Warning Signs

Recognizing Alzheimer's symptoms can be difficult. There is an understandable fear of Alzheimer's disease so often the person suffering in the early stages will "hide" as many symptoms as possible.

It is not uncommon for a stressful event to precipitate the onset of visible symptoms, although the disease has been lurking usually for quite some time.

Diagnosing Alzheimer's is best left to a neurologist or a neurophyschiatrist. Have your primary doctor refer you to a specialist.

If you already have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and are curious about the stages, refer to the Alzheimer's Stages section of this website.

The first step of recognizing Alzheimer's symptoms in someone you love is to understand the difference between true signs of Alzheimer's and simple age related memory loss issues.

Alzheimer's is most often characterized by short term memory loss. There are some great vitamins for memory that are relative inexpensive and easy to take. Studies have shown that these vitamins can improve mental function and protect brain cells.

Click here for 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's.

Alzheimer's and memory loss can be overwhelming for a caregiver. It is difficult to watch someone you love struggle with everyday tasks.

Take your time. Relax if you can. And research and become familiar with everything about the disease process.

If you are having problems managing some of the behaviors associated with Alzheimer's, please review the signs of Alzheimer's article for helpful tips.

Coping with loss of short term memory can be difficult for care givers. Try reviewing the article for some effective and cost effective tips.

Another symptom that can be very frightening for all involved is visual hallucinations.

Management Tips

Do not try to "re-orient" a confused person suffering from Alzheimer's. It is best to let them be where they are in time. It is your job, difficult as it is, to support them. Re-orientation will only lead to more confusion and possibly anger and agitation as well.

For example, if you wake up one day and your mom believes you are her college roommate .... go along with it. Especially in the advancing stages.

But be prepared also for moments of clarity, when she tells you that you are being foolish and stupid to pretend to be her college roommate.

Laugh and go along with it. Trust me ... it will happen.

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