 | Kevin Knaup received his Kansas Adult Care Home Administrator's license in 1983 and is the Administrator and part owner of Sunset Manor, Inc. in Frontenac, KS. He has been employed at Sunset Manor for 31 years. He is a member of Kansas Health Care Association and Kansas Adult Care Executives. He has served on various local and state committees for education and training in the Adult Care home field. |
Senior Living
2011-04-01 10:42:00
The symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Question: What are some symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease? And how do you know the difference between normal aging?
Answer: Although some memory loss is expected as part of the aging process, Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes serious problems with memory, thinking and behavior well beyond normal age related memory loss.
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a slowly progressive disease of the brain that is characterized by impairment of memory and eventually by disturbances in reasoning, planning, language and perception. The disease is typically categorized into three stages, mild moderate and severe.
Symptoms of Mild Alzheimer’s Disease
•Noticeable memory loss
•Decrease in cognitive functions
which may be seen in getting
lost, problems handling money,
poor judgment and problems
managing normal tasks.
•Mood changes
Symptoms of Moderate Alzheimer’s Disease
•Memory loss
•Confusion
•Problems recognizing friends and
family
•Unable to learn new skills
•Difficulty in tasks that have
multiple steps
•Mood swings
Paranoia Symptoms of Severe Alzheimer’s Disease
•Inability to communicate
•Dependent on others for care
Alzheimer’s is a common disease and is generally discovered around age 60.
An estimated 5.3 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimer’s disease. If you suspect your loved one has AD, contact their physician. A physician can help manage the disease and recommend ways to help manage the care of the patient thereafter.
