User talk:Gjraf

Alzheimer's disease and its impact on families. Most are familiar with Alzheimer's disease but many do not realize that Alzheimer's is the leading cause of dementia. I have heard it said, "that my relative does not have Alzheimer's disease, they are suffering from dementia". This statement indicates a complete misunderstanding of the dementias and in particular  Alzheimer's disease. It seems to me that families have not come to grips with their loved ones condition. This is unfortunate.

As a practicing Geritrician, I have seen family members at their wits end trying to cope with their demented loved one.It is through forums like this that maybe some help may be shared. There are also good books available to aid as well. One of the books is entitled,"Communicating for Care".