We came across this article which dispels some of the myths which have grown up around Alzheimers. It's well worth the read.

Alzheimer Myths Unveiled

Typically, there are myths that surround every illness, and Alzheimer's disease is no exception to the rule. When a diagnosis of this disorder is received from a doctor, it is critical to know fact from fiction, in order to better manage this devastating illness. This article will debunk four common rumors regarding Alzheimer's disease.

One common myth that some people have is that Alzheimer's disease is not fatal, which of course is not true. Alzheimer's works by destroying brain cells, causing memory loss, awkward social situations, loss of bodily functions, and a whole host of other side effects. Bit by bit, the disease will take away one's ability to lead a normal life such as was enjoyed before one was diagnosed.

A second myth involves people with good intentions wishing away the symptoms of the disease. They may be unwilling to admit that they have a problem to friends or family, even while their memory loss increases.

Individuals who are in denial typically do not receive help until their condition is already at a moderate level, and they begin to suffer impaired function in their lives. Some may not recognize that they have a problem at all, and it will require an incident to get friends and family involved in the treatment plan.

Some individuals believe that there is currently treatment that can stop the progression of Alzheimer's disease; however, this is unfortunately a myth. While research is being conducted at a rapid pace, the only options that exist in treating Alzheimer's involves drugs which temporarily relieve symptoms for as long as a year and then will cease to work. Management of the illness is currently the only alternative to the lack of treatment.

Some individuals think that silver dental fillings can cause an early onset of Alzheimer's or contribute to a higher risk to those over the age of 65, due to the fact that most heavy metals are toxic to humans in large quantities.

The World Health Organization and the FDA have conducted numerous studies to set to rest any public health concerns regarding mercury amalgams, and the National Institute of Health, as well as the New England Journal of Medicine, have backed up these findings.

Eliminating falsehoods and exposing truth is an important process of learning and the debunking of these myths should clear up some misconceptions regarding Alzheimer's disease. With so much more to learn, staying informed is essential to proper management of this illness.

By Michael Moshier
www.anti-agingstraighttalk.com

If you're having trouble remembering names or where you put your keys, you may think it's because you're getting older - but you might be wrong! A growing number of studies suggest that the aging brain is actually taking in more data and trying to sift through a host of information, often to its long-term benefit.

Of course, sometimes, forgetfulness is just old age, as is the case with people who are stricken with Alzheimer's disease. But for most aging adults, the authors of one of the studies say, much of what occurs is actually a gradually widening focus of attention that makes it more difficult to latch onto just one fact.

This can be frustrating - but also useful if you know what's going on and know how to hone your new-found depth of observation. The studies offered this example:

"Subjects are asked to read passages that are interrupted with unexpected words or phrases, adults 60 and older work much more slowly than college students. Although the students plow through the texts at a consistent speed regardless of what the out-of-place words mean, older people slow down even more when the words are related to the topic at hand. That indicates that they are not just stumbling over the extra information, but are taking it in and processing it. When both groups were later asked questions for which the out-of-place words might be answers, the older adults responded much better than the students."

So the next time you think your college-aged grandkid has a leg up on you, challenge them to a reading comprehension test!

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Michael Moshier is an entrepreneur and dedicated anti-aging advocate. Mike objectively explores how to stop the aging clock – and even turn it back! He isn't out to sell any anti-aging products, rather to share the insights gained over the course of his years of personal research into aging and how it can be stopped. Read more about his research and comprehensive Report at www.anti-agingstraighttalk.com, or at http://www.anti-agingstraighttalk.com/blog/