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Caring for Someone with Alzheimer's

Caregiver Support

Finding out that a loved one has Alzheimer's disease can be stressful, frightening, and overwhelming. As you begin to take stock of the situation, here are some tips that may help.

Ask the doctor any questions you may have about Alzheimer's. Find out what treatments might work best to alleviate symptoms or address behavior problems.

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"After the Diagnosis" [40 sec]

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Last reviewed: 17 April 2008
First published: 19 March 2002

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