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Fact Sheet Definitions Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia in older people. Dementia is a medical condition that disrupts the way the…

Feeling anxious or nervous is a common emotion for people of all ages and a normal reaction to stress. Feeling anxious can help us handle problems…

Initiative on Depression in Late Life Everyone feels sad or blue sometimes. It is a natural part of life. But when the sadness persists and interferes…

Caring for Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias Alzheimer’s disease, a disorder affecting the brain, is the leading cause of dementia. Characterized by memory loss,…

Understanding the Most Common Dementing Disorder Initiative on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Introduction Everyone forgets things from time to time. Occasionally misplacing keys, forgetting a…

Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Misuse Substance Abuse and Misuse Among Older Adults Prevention, Recognition, and Help As we get older, our bodies begin to react differently to alcohol and…

Coping with Depression and the Holidays Facts About Depression The Holidays After the Terrorist Attacks Nursing Home Residents For most of us, the holidays are a…

Consumer/Patient Information Information for older adults, family members, and caregivers can be found under the following categories. Order these brochures online at the AAGP Bookstore. Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Misuse…

Today, thoughts of aging gracefully have been replaced by efforts to age successfully. As we age and look forward to longer life expectancies than past generations,…

Insomnia is Not a Normal Part of Aging Insomnia is a common complaint among older adults. Many assume that getting older means no longer sleeping well.…