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Huntington’s disease causes progressive cognitive decline, weakness, and movement difficulties. Learn more about this and other rare conditions. Huntington's "This inherited disease causes certain nerve cells in your brain and spinal cord to waste away. Signs and symptoms usually appear during your 30s or 40s. People may experience personality changes, such as irritability or anxiety. The condition causes a severe decline in thinking (cognitive) skills over time [Dementia]. Huntington's disease also causes weakness and difficulty with walking and movement." Source: click here . Click below on the various terms to learn more about both common and more rare conditions, syndromes and diseases, that can cause, or include symptoms leading to Dementia: Dementia-Like Conditions (that may be reversible); Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI); Alzheimer's Disease (AD or ALZ) Dementia; Mixed Dementia; Vascular Dementia; Young Onset Dementia; Lewy Body Dementia (LBD); Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD); AIDS Dementia Complex (ADC); Huntington's Disease with Dementia; Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Dementia; Parkinson's Disease (PD) with Dementia; Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury (CTE) Dementia; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dementia; Down Syndrome with Dementia; Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA); Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA); Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) Dementia; Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE);*** Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Dementia; Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD); Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP); CADASIL;*** Sanfilippo Syndrome*** Batten Disease (Childhood Dementia);*** Binswanger Disease.*** Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA)*** Various Childhood Dementias*** Adult-Onset Leukoencephalopathy*** Don't see what you're looking for? Please contact us. *** Takes you to a non-DSA website. Go back to Definitions | Click Here

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When you want to find reliable sources of Brain Health information, the Dementia Society of America can connect you to many excellent resources. Contact us! Anchor 1 Better Brain Connections™ The United States government, universities, and leading Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) create an abundance of Brain Health information. When you want to find reliable sources of Brain Health information, the Dementia Society of America can point you to many excellent resources. DSA's Better Brain Connections™ seeks the latest news, studies, education, research, and medical advances to benefit your brain. Important Notice: Dementia Society of America (DSA) does not provide medical advice. The contents are for informational purposes only and are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment of an illness. The links below will open websites in a separate web browser page, so you can keep your place here. Dementia Society's "The Cognitive Action Plan " 10 simple-to-adopt building blocks to better brain health. Harvard Medical School - 4 Ways to Maintain Your Brain A brain health paradigm. National Institute on Aging- Brain Health Info U.S. Government's helpful "engage your brain" tips. Harvard Health- 12 Ways to Keep Your Brain Young Produced by the publishing division of the Harvard Medical School. Cleveland Clinic- 6 Pillars of Brain Health A brain health paradigm. American Heart Association- Life's Simple 7 From the American Heart and American Stroke Association. Dana Foundation- Brain Health Info From the Dana Foundation. Vroom- Brain Health Programs for Children Brought to you by the Bezos Family Foundation. Global Council on Brain Health An AARP-led initiative. NIH Go4Life Program- Fitness Ideas The National Institutes of Health Go4Life program. Cognitive Vitality An initiative of the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation. The Brain Health Academy An educational series from UsAgainstAlzheimer's. Global Brain Care Coalition A coalition organized by Mass General Brigham, Boston, MA. Global Brain Health Initiative An initiative of Social Impact Partners. Move Your Way U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services: Healthy aging guide.

Small brain abnormalities in specific regions are key hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease dementia. Don’t see what you need? Contact us today. Alzheimer's DONATE Learn its history and what Alzheimer's research has discovered so far. Also, consider investigating an Alzheimer's clinical trial here . Minor abnormalities, so-called amyloid plaques, and tau tangles that form in the brain and are found in specific locations throughout are two distinguishing hallmarks of Alzheimer's Disease Dementia. Advanced testing, such as PET scans, MRI, DNA, and spinal fluid analysis, can shed invaluable light on the probability of Alzheimer's. Alois Alzheimer was a German psychiatrist who discovered the pathological condition of Dementia and diagnosed the disease that bears his name. Alois was born in Marktbreit, Germany, in 1864 and showed an early aptitude for science. After obtaining his medical degree, he worked in hospitals in Frankfurt, where he met Auguste Deter, a 51-year-old woman suffering from progressive short-term memory loss. He was eventually able to isolate the pathological causes of severe Dementia, work so extensive that the condition became known as Alzheimer's disease. Source: click here . Today, it is believed that "Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common form of Dementia among older people. Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a person's ability to carry out daily activities. AD begins slowly . It first involves the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. People with AD may have trouble remembering recent events or the names of people they know. A related problem, mild cognitive impairment (MCI), causes more memory problems than usual for people of the same age. Many, but not all, people with MCI will develop AD. In AD, symptoms get worse over time . People may not recognize family members or have trouble speaking, reading, or writing. They may forget how to brush their teeth or comb their hair. Later, they may become anxious or aggressive or wander away from home. Eventually, they need total care, which can cause great stress for family members who must care for them. AD usually begins after age 60 . The risk goes up as you get older. Your risk is also higher if a family member has had the disease. No treatment can stop the disease. However, some drugs may help keep symptoms from worsening for a limited time." Source: click here . You may also be interested to r ead about the IDEA Study and how the results suggested that about a third of those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in the past, now, due to recent advancements in imaging , were found not to have Alzheimer's disease. Yes, they may have had significant cognitive impairments, but their cause was not necessarily Alzheimer's disease, and the treatment plan was altered accordingly. Source: click here . Lastly, a well-known study of nuns, lasting decades, has indicated that some individuals can live cognitively intact, showing no signs or clues to significant degenerative changes, despite having the hallmarks of a Dementia pathology seen at their autopsy. Source: click here . Click below on the various terms to learn more about both common and more rare conditions, syndromes and diseases, that can cause, or include symptoms leading to Dementia: Dementia-Like Conditions (that may be reversible); Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI); Alzheimer's Disease (AD or ALZ) Dementia; Mixed Dementia; Vascular Dementia; Young Onset Dementia; Lewy Body Dementia (LBD); Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD); AIDS Dementia Complex (ADC); Huntington's Disease with Dementia; Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Dementia; Parkinson's Disease (PD) with Dementia; Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury (CTE) Dementia; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dementia; Down Syndrome with Dementia; Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA); Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA); Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) Dementia; Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE);*** Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Dementia; Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD); Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP); CADASIL;*** Sanfilippo Syndrome*** Batten Disease (Childhood Dementia);*** Binswanger Disease.*** Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA)*** Various Childhood Dementias*** Adult-Onset Leukoencephalopathy*** Don't see what you're looking for? Please contact us. *** Takes you to a non-DSA website. Go back to Definitions | Click Here

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All Posts Dementia Brain Health BBN Search Beth W. Orenstein May 1 7 min Dementia and Aromatherapy Is there a connection between smell and memory? No question. 15 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked Team Writer Apr 15 1 min BBN | Vol 1 Issue 1 | Better Brain Research™ A study of Fruit flies has uncovered new insights into the brain’s sense of direction and how regions of the brain communicate to help us... 163 0 comments 0 3 likes. Post not marked as liked 3 BBN Puzzler Apr 15 1 min BBN | Vol 1 Issue 1 | Crossword Revealed Click here to go to the magazine. 516 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked Team Writer Apr 1 5 min BBN | Vol 1 Issue 1 | Nun Study Reveals Secrets Unlocking brain health and resilience. Remarkable discoveries have been unfolding among the congregation of the School Sisters of Notre... 828 0 comments 0 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1 Team Writer Mar 1 4 min BBN | Vol 1 Issue 1 | Seeds of Better Brain Health How planting seeds can boost brain health. Did you know that the simple act of growing a plant from seed is not just a garden adventure... 651 0 comments 0 2 likes. Post not marked as liked 2 Beth W. Orenstein Feb 1 6 min Practical Tips for Daily Life: Helping a Family Member Living With Dementia Caring for someone living with Dementia brings rewarding moments, and it may also have its challenges. 1,689 1 comment 1 Post not marked as liked Lisa Rehburg Jan 18 4 min Hidden Treasure to Consider for Care Russell Conwell, the founder of Temple University, delivered an inspirational lecture entitled “Acres of Diamonds” across the country in... 199 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked Beth W. Orenstein Jan 1 6 min How to Make a Home Safer for Someone Living With Dementia: Safety Tips & Adaptations Setting Up a Safe Space When you’re caring for a parent or a loved one living with Dementia at home, setting up a safer space may help... 1,530 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked Janet Shagham Dec 1, 2023 3 min Dementia May Affect Motor Skills There is accumulating evidence that dementia has a long preclinical phase that may begin years or even decades before a clinical... 1,055 1 comment 1 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1 Dr. Michael Trayford Nov 1, 2023 2 min Ditch The Bedroom TV Falling asleep and staying asleep are incredibly important for brain health and cognitive function. Sleep may be affected by specific... 1,173 0 comments 0 4 likes. Post not marked as liked 4 Dr. Michael Trayford Oct 1, 2023 2 min Take Time to Reply This brain health tip is as much about quality communication as it is about stress management. On the surface, taking time to reply to... 1,505 0 comments 0 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Janet Shagham Sep 1, 2023 3 min Take Into Consideration: POA and Legal Matters There are many legal matters you must attend to before you or another person can be an effective caregiver/care partner. Two of the most... 172 0 comments 0 2 likes. Post not marked as liked 2 Dr. Michael Trayford Aug 1, 2023 2 min Do Something You Enjoy Exercise is critically important for brain health and vitality. One of the keys to establishing a consistent exercise routine is to... 886 0 comments 0 4 likes. Post not marked as liked 4 Janissa Delzo Jul 1, 2023 3 min 4 Ways to Create a Positive Space for People Living with Dementia Create a space for someone living with Dementia, so they feel empowered, respected, full of purpose. 1,763 0 comments 0 10 likes. Post not marked as liked 10 Annette Ingram Jun 1, 2023 6 min Vascular Dementia Care: Understanding The Unique Challenges And How To Overcome Them Vascular Dementia (VaD) is a type of Dementia caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, leading to cognitive decline and impairment.... 1,380 1 comment 1 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Team Writer May 2, 2023 3 min May is Dementia Awareness Month Awareness and education are the first steps to understanding Dementia. Dementia is a complex syndrome that affects millions of... 1,206 0 comments 0 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Tonya Russell Apr 3, 2023 3 min Start With 3 Dementia Planning Strategies A Dementia diagnosis can be confusing and challenging, but individuals and families can feel empowered as they navigate their next steps.... 1,020 0 comments 0 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Dr. Michael Trayford Feb 1, 2023 2 min Protect Your Noggin. You're Worth It! #TBI #Sports #Dementia #BrainHealth At first, glance, wearing your helmet might seem like pure common sense. Unfortunately, we still see... 249 0 comments 0 3 likes. Post not marked as liked 3 Janet Shagham Jan 1, 2023 3 min What Are The Differences Between Signs, Symptoms, And Clues of Dementia? Dementia Signs, Symptoms, and Clues 417 0 comments 0 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Rachelle Klein Dec 4, 2022 2 min Food For Thought The phrase "food for thought" refers to an idea or piece of information worth thinking about. But there is some truth to this phrase when... 1,663 0 comments 0 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1

Advisory Council ◄ Back to Members | Gary Howard NREMT Advisory Council ​ Gary Howard was born in Lancaster, California, and after graduating high school, joined the Los Angeles County Fire Dept. Gary was promoted to Captain of the ranks while still keeping his paramedic license. Gary has a Bachelor of Science in Anatomy. ​ Diagnosed with Young Onset Alzheimer's, he is currently living in Findlay, IL, with his wife Patty and two sons.