Alzheimers

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    The Top-Five Forms of Dementia

    Continuing my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m breaking down the subtle but important differences between the top five forms of dementia. For many care partners, the word “dementia” is used broadly. But understanding the specific diagnosis, whether Alzheimer’s disease,…

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    Obtaining a Diagnosis

    This week, in my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m highlighting the importance of obtaining a diagnosis. For families facing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD), obtaining a diagnosis can be an emotional and often overwhelming experience. However, research consistently…