www.alzheimers.org.uk This film explains and defines what dementia is, and how it affects the brain. TRANSCRIPT “Dementia affects over 750000 people in the UK. It is not a disease in its own right and it is not a natural part of ageing. It is an umbrella term that describes a large group of symptoms that are caused by diseases that affect the brain, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia is caused by a loss of nerve cells in the brain. It is a progressive condition, meaning that it gradually gets worse. This is because when a nerve cell dies it cannot usually be replaced. As more and more cells die the brain starts to shrink. This is known as brain atrophy, which can sometimes be seen in a brain scan of someone in the later stages of dementia. Common symptoms of dementia include memory loss, impaired cognition and loss of physical coordination. However, the symptoms depend on the area of the brain that is affected. For example, if nerve cells in the temporal lobe start to die, that person may start to have difficulties in their language, while nerve cell death in the occipital lobe, at the back of the brain, can cause problems with vision. Sadly there is currently no cure for dementia and many of the diseases that cause it are terminal. The cerebellum and brain stem control our basic life functions. If cells die in these areas, the body will start to shut down.” Please watch our other videos to see how brain cells function, hear what dementia is, and to hear more about …
Alzheimer’s, Dementia and all brain diseases and injuries have a huge affect on people’s lives. The mind, Memory, Emotions and Thinking make us who we are. The fact that many people will experience some sort or mental and physical illness or injury and also the ageing process means it is vital for everyone to have a better understanding of how the mind works. You don’t need to become a Neurologist but it is important to learn more about the Mind and taking care of it. This channel is dedicated to teaching simple, real and basic concepts that will help you understand your own mind better. The Linking Principle explains how the mind processes information which we call memories, emotions and thinking and how it is connected to the outside world. By explaining many of the false beliefs about how the mind works, you will see for yourself how you can easily improve your own life in every area and increase your own life enjoyment and the lives of those around you. TheCureToAlzheimers.com
www.kpbs.org Don Hayen is a retired doctor and former medical director of an HMO. He was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2005, at age 71. Over the past two years, Don has coped well with the disease — so well he’s been unable to meet the requirements to take part in clinical trials of experimental Alzheimer’s drugs. But his wife, Jane, notices his decline. For more on this story visit www.kpbs.org
Visit www.thevisualmd.com for the full experience! According to Jeffrey Cummings, MD. a new person slips from being forgetful into Alzheimer’s Disease in every 70 seconds. What most people do not know, that this disease can not be diagnosed for sure only after the patient dies. The video explains simply, how diagnoses happens in a clinical environment and what signs you need to watch out for if you are a patient. If it can not be cured, controlling the disease helps to live with it.
Royalty free music from Incompetech by Kevin MacLeod Reference List 1 Alzheimer’s Foundation for Caregiving in Canada. (2009). Lifestyle Choices. Retrieved February 8, 2010, from www.alzprevention.ca 2 Alzheimer Society of Canada. (October, 2005). Alzheimer’s Disease Statistics. Retrieved February 8, 2010, from www.alzheimer.ca. 3 Alzheimer Society of Ontario. (2003). Alzheimer’s disease. Retrieved February 8, 2010, from http 4 Veterans Affairs Canada. (April 18, 2002). Dementia and Alzheimer Disease. Retrieved February 8, 2010, from www.vac-acc.gc.ca
Since the inception of the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation in 1993, the focus has always been about prevention. In today’s world, this concept is more relevant than ever before, as we are witnessing the medical community embrace the need for this approach. In fact, Alzheimer’s disease is associated with more deaths in the United States than any other disease, and will soon be for the entire world as well. Dharma Singh Khalsa, MD, founding president and medical director of the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation, recently sat down to discuss some exciting developments in the Alzheimer’s research field and talks about the vindication of the science behind the ARPF’s work in the prevention field and the promise it holds.
Without Warning is a program for people journeying with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Inspired by someone affected by younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease, Without Warning supports and empowers individuals and their families who face Alzheimer’s disease early in life. Designed to enhance vitality and quality of life, Without Warning’s specifically tailored programs offer individuals and their families opportunities for education and support. By realizing that “we are not alone,” we hope individuals and their family members will find purpose, dignity and the opportunity to live each day with meaning and grace. All meetings are at St. Peter’s Church in Elmhurst, Illinois. Learn more at www.rush.edu
Alzheimer’s disease is an extremely devastating neurodegenerative disorder that is the number one cause of dementia in patients over the age of 65. Most research on Alzheimer’s disease has focused on treating the later stage symptoms of the illness. Using antibody treatments, scientists have been even able to almost eliminate the aggregates of proteins that tend to form in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. However, this has not been able to halt the progression of the disease. This study aims to explore a promising new avenue of viewing the causation of Alzheimer’s disease that can potentially be applied towards diagnosing this illness during its early stages and conquering it once and for all. I created this video as a summary of my research for the Google Science Fair. If you thought that this concept was interesting, please comment or vote for my project. Thanks!
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