Alzheimer's Disease
The most common cause of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder. Alzheimer’s disease causes changes in the brain that lead to the loss of brain cells. (Source: Alzheimers Association)
Alzheimer’s disease causes significant difficulties in memory, thinking, language, social skills and problem-solving. In addition, individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease may experience changes in behavior or personality. Symptoms develop slowly and worsen over time. Over the course of the disease, these changes often become severe enough to interfere with activities of daily life, such as managing finances, living independently, bathing, feeding oneself and dressing on one’s own.
Some early signs a person may have Alzheimer's disease Include:
- Memory loss that disrupts daily life
- Challenges in planning or solving problems
- Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure
- Confusion with time or place
- Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
(source: Alzheimer’s Association)
- New problems with words in speaking or writing
- Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
- Decreased or poor judgment
- Withdrawal from work or social activities
- Changes in mood and personality
Clinical Trials
Senior Adults Specialty Research is currently conducting clinical trials of investigational medications for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Qualified participants will receive all research related care and study medication at no cost.
If you are interested in learning more about this study, please complete the form below and a member of our staff will contact you. If you would prefer to speak with someone directly, please call our office at 512-407-8628.