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This 4 page paper provides an overview of existing information on Alzheimer's Disease (AD), and considers the implications, especially in relation to treatment paradigms. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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AD is a degenerative type of dementia that impacts memory and cognitive functioning, resulting in the loss of memory, decreasing manifestations of personality and loss of cognitive function (Lemonick
& Park-Mankato, 2001). AD is considered especially problematic because it there has been a sharp increase in incidence rates in recent decades and efforts to develop a cure have
been unsuccessful. Stages of AD The mild or early stage of AD occurs during the first 2-4 years of the disease, in which frequent memory loss is noted,
especially of recent memories and some confusion can be noted (Peterson, 2002). During this time, coordination issues can be noted, but are frequently mild, and some mood swings and
depression can occur that often correspond with confusion and levels of memory loss (Peterson, 2002). The second stage of AD is moderate or the middle stage, which is
the longest in duration and can last up to 10 years. During this time, levels of cognitive function decline considerably, and the disease becomes pervasive (Peterson, 2002). Individuals
capable of functioning in the past can no longer cover up the symptoms of the disease, and individuals become increasingly confused. Individuals may be confused about current time frame,
current events, and even about who other people are, including loss of familiarity with family members. Individuals may demonstrate uninhibited behaviors that are inappropriate and may experience a range
of social, cognitive and coordination issues (Peterson, 2002). The third and final stage, described as severe or late, is the period when decline becomes so pervasive that normative function
is unlikely. Individuals lose memory, lose the ability to process information, and lose communication skills. Extreme problems, including the loss of autonomy, self-care skills and incontinence are also
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