#psychlopedia – Alzheimer’s

You have likely heard of Alzheimer’s Disease because over 5 million people in America have it. But what exactly is Alzheimer’s? The Alzheimer’s Association describes the disease as

“…a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, becoming severe enough to interfere with daily tasks.”

To learn more about Alzheimer’s symptoms, research, and living with Alzheimer’s please visit the Alzheimer’s Association website. If you have a loved one who is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s you can find resources for help here.