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Do Alzheimer's patients forget family?

My grandfather was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Do Alzheimer's patients forget family?
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Do Alzheimer patients know they have it?

I am a 39 year old female. I want to know if Alzheimer patients know they have it?
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Can elderly people take the flu shot?

My mother is 76 and wants the flu shot. Can elderly people take the flu shot?
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Why do some senior citizens avoid seeing the doctor?

My mother is 82 and she doesn't want to see a doctor. She refuses and would rather not go. Why do some senior citizens avoid seeing the doctor?
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How serious is geriatric depression?

My mother was diagnosed with geriatric depression. Is this a phase? How serious is geriatric depression?
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How is a geriatric psychiatrist different from a normal psychiatrist?

My 78 year old mother wants to speak to someone about her dementia. I wonder how is a geriatric psychiatrist different from a normal psychiatrist?
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Are senior citizens more likely to develop depression?

My 78 year old father seems to be depressed. He doesn't want to leave the house. Are senior citizens more likely to develop depression?
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How do you talk to your parent about going to hospice?

My mother is in really bad shape and her doctors recommended hospice care. How do I talk to her about this? e?
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What is the difference between everyday and geriatric depression?

I believe my mother who is 76 has geriatric depression. What is the difference?
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How is dementia different from Alzheimer's?

I have both dementia and Alzheimer's in my family tree. What is the difference between the two? My father had it and he had to see a psychiatrist for his condition. He was aware...
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How to help an overweight elderly woman?

My 74 year old mother has gained a lot of weight and I know this isn't healthy. Her doctor even mentioned this to me. How do I help her lose the weight since she can't do much...
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Is Alzheimer's disease mostly genetic?

I am a 39 year old female and my mom passed away from Alzheimer's disease at age 78. Is Alzheimer's disease mostly genetic?
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Is Alzheimer's disease treatable?

My friend is 71 years old. He was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Is Alzheimer's disease treatable?
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Can a psychiatrist help my father who is suffering from dementia?

My 74 year old father is suffering from dementia and is often confused. Would speaking to a psychiatrist be helpful or more confusing for him?
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What are the treatment options for Alzheimer's disease?

My friend was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. What are the treatment options for Alzheimer's disease?
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Will a biochemical genetics consultation help to speed up my metabolism?

I am a 53-year-old woman with a very slow metabolism and this has lead to a decent amount of weight gain. Will a biochemical genetics consultation help to speed up my metabolism?...
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Is depression common among elders?

My grandmother has had panic attacks lately and I'm worried about her. She's 72. Is depression common among elder people as her state can lead to that?
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What are foods that have vitamin B12?

My father who is 72 has Parkinson's disease and the doctor recommended taking vitamin B12. What foods have this type of vitamin?
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Is there a cure for osteoporosis?

My 67-year-old mother has osteoporosis and I'm very worried about her as she has difficulties walking normally. She's using medication, but what I really want to know is whether...
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What are the symptoms of Parkinson's disease?

My grandpa has been experiencing dizziness and is a bit disoriented. We suspect that he maybe has Parkinson's disease. What are some other symptoms of this disease?
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