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General Questions About Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia

  • What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease?
  • What causes Alzheimer’s disease?
  • How do I know if it's Alzheimer's disease?

Questions About Risk Factors

  • Is Alzheimer's disease inherited?
  • Are people who are hard-wired for stress more prone to Alzheimer’s disease?
  • Can diabetes cause Alzheimer's disease?
  • Can depression increase the risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease?
  • Does my level of education determine my risk of Alzheimer’s disease?
  • Does aluminum cause Alzheimer's disease?

Questions About Treatment

  • Is dementia reversible?
  • What medications are available for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia?
  • Is Ibuprofen helpful in delaying Alzheimer’s disease?

Questions About Brain Health

  • Is a glass or two of red wine every day good, or bad for my brain?
  • I heard that drinking tea good for the brain. Is this true?
  • Can eating fish contribute to brain health?
  • Are vitamin supplements useful?
  • How can I exercise my brain?
  • What are some good memory techniques?
  • Are the negative effects of stress reversible?
  • Can sexual activity improve brain health?
  • Can meditation or quiet time promote brain health?
  • How important is sleep?


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