Alzheimer's Disease (AD) –

What is Alzheimer's Disease?

Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and impairs a person's ability to function and carry out tasks.

One of the most common signs of Alzheimer’s disease, especially in the early stage, is forgetting recently learned information. Others include forgetting important dates or events, asking for the same questions over and over, and increasingly needing to rely on memory aids (e.g., reminder notes or electronic devices) or family members for things they used to handle on their own.

Symptoms associated with Alzheimer's Disease include:

• Inability to do simple math
• Inability to recognize common things
• Wandering or getting lost
• Disorientation
• Forgetfulness