This Man Is Taking An Alzheimers Test. Would You Or Your Loved One Pass?

I hate Alzheimer's disease. Several members of my wife's family have added and died from it. Miserable way to end your life yet it happens to so many. When I read the comments on this video I am saddened by the number of people who have been personally affected/wounded by this disease. Loss of memory. Loss of memory of loved ones. Loss of knowing who they are or who you are. Loss of any kind of freedom. Terrible.

Many watching this video have asked what the symptoms are for Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking and behavior. The symptoms of Alzheimer's disease typically develop slowly and worsen over time eventually becoming severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. Some common symptoms of Alzheimer's disease include:

Memory loss: One of the earliest and most recognizable symptoms of Alzheimer's is forgetfulness, particularly affecting short-term memory. People with Alzheimer's may have difficulty remembering recent events or newly learned information.

Difficulty planning and problem-solving: Alzheimer's patients may experience challenges with planning, organizing, and problem-solving. This can include difficulties with managing finances, following recipes, or keeping track of personal belongings.

Difficulty completing familiar tasks: People with Alzheimer's may struggle with everyday tasks, such as getting dressed, preparing meals, or using household appliances.

Confusion about time or place: Alzheimer's patients may lose track of dates, seasons, or the passage of time. They might also become disoriented in familiar surroundings.

Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships: Alzheimer's can cause problems with visual perception, making it difficult to judge distances, recognize faces, or read.

Problems with speech and writing: People with Alzheimer's may struggle to find the right words, repeat themselves, or have trouble following or joining conversations.

Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps: Alzheimer's patients may put items in unusual places and have difficulty retracing their steps to find them.

Decreased or poor judgment: Alzheimer's can affect decision-making and judgment, leading to poor choices in personal care, financial matters, or social interactions.

Withdrawal from work or social activities: People with Alzheimer's may withdraw from hobbies, social events, or work projects, as they may have trouble keeping up with their interests and responsibilities.

Changes in mood and personality: Alzheimer's patients may experience mood swings, irritability, depression, or anxiety. They may also become more easily upset or suspicious of others.

Why has Alzheimer's disease not been conquered and remains a complex and challenging condition to understand, diagnose, and treat. Some of the factors that make Alzheimer's difficult to defeat include:

The human brain is an incredibly complex organ with billions of neurons and trillions of connections. The exact mechanisms and interactions underlying Alzheimer's disease are not yet fully understood, making it difficult to develop targeted treatments.

Alzheimer's is a multifactorial disease, meaning that various genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors contribute to its development and progression. This complexity makes it challenging to identify a single "magic bullet" treatment that addresses all aspects of the disease.

Alzheimer's disease typically progresses slowly over years and symptoms become apparent only after significant brain damage has occurred. The lack of reliable early detection methods hampers the development and testing of potential treatments.

Developing drugs for Alzheimer's is a time-consuming and expensive process, with many potential treatments failing in clinical trials. The blood-brain barrier, which protects the brain from harmful substances, also makes it difficult for drugs to reach the brain in sufficient concentrations.

The exact mechanisms by which Alzheimer's progresses are not fully understood, and researchers are still working to identify the specific processes and pathways involved. This limited understanding hampers the development of therapies that can effectively halt or reverse the disease.

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[billmatrisch]

I don't know what the date is, but I'm retired and don't care. When your retired everyday is Saturday.

[d.p.]

I had one of those and started to cry when I realized my memory was much worse than I expected!! It turns out it was the meds I was prescribed!! I changed physician, stopped the meds, and thank God I am back!! I'm a retired nurse!! Always get a second opinion after ANY diagnosis!!

[kati-ana]

She's wonderful, so kind and so comforting. I am so happy he's okay and didn't even have dementia.

[wilsonrawlin]

THAT Lady is a real doctor. Not many left these days.

[alison]

My 93yo grandmother has dementia. She currently has pneumonia, and doesn't like to wear her oxygen mask. I'm glad this man is well.

[AIFMusician]

That ending was wonderful to hear. I feel that way about my current doctor and therapist for the first time ever.

[shutey]

What a good guy man taking care of his friend with Alzheimer’s when his wife past away that’s actually the definition of a real friend right there having friendships like that is everything man I hope I have a real friend like that that’s awesome the amount of respect I have for that man he’s one of a kind for real💯💯

[charlesthompson]

My grandmother shortly after my father died forgot she had children, that I existed and that her grandchildren existed. It was a terrible scene to witness. Her whole life was essentially gone at that point. She was dead but she was alive.

[sorinvladu]

If you have Alzheimer's, just forget that you have it

[motherjugs]

I lost my Mom in March of 2021, hours before her 83rd birthday. She battled dementia for about 10 years and for the last five she was in a memory care center that was both lifesaving for us and torment for her. She never forgot me, her first born, and would light up and touch my face with her hands, something that pulled her from her dark confusion and stretched her face into a loving smile. She could even say my name. I miss her every day.

[kateebee]

My brother was diagnosed with dementia brought on from his diabetes. When I think back now, I can see the symptoms. He was one of those who knew how to get to any location, a real navigator. One day he told me he got lost in an area he knows like the back of his hand. I laughed and called him goofy. I now realize this was the onset of the disease. I miss our joking around together so much. It's a horrible disease.

[dj]

Like so many others, my mother died of this horrible disease. When they came to test her at the house, my sister told Mom it was an old friend from college who was there to ask some questions as not to scare her. My mother asked the woman what college she attended?😄 She didn't forget where my sister went, she just knew something was off. It was a wonderful lucid day for her.

[kaylenedawnbuteaufitnessbu]

Do you know where the studies are on the efficacy of the 3-word recall test or how many words that start with F? There are 3 little articles I’ve found, but not any decent studies to justify giving that test to the elderly. I know it's a standard test and I’m betting someone came up with it decades ago, and it has just been passed on down without any clear research. I’m writing a graphic memoir of how I used my health and fitness knowledge to stop my mother with mild dementia from forgetting me, and it worked. She always knew me. I’ve been flummoxed on the actual studies for the 3-word recall test and the cube drawing test. I want to put that in my book.

[Sidnoea]

A little creepy that YouTube recommended this to me on the 5th of September

[allenwatkins]

It seems as if this test could be self-administered.

[koppadasao]

There are those who would say I have lost my marbles, but they are wrong. I never had any in the first place

[v_hudys]

Man my memory is so bad that I wouldn't complete Alzheimer's test and I'm 17 btw

[mandograssable]

My dad had Alzheimers for 8 years and he really enjoyed riding in the car even though he had tunnel vision. I took him every day. He did not know who I was but once in a while, I would ask him and one day I did. I said Dad, do you know who I am, and he said "yes, you are my best friend"! I will never forget and always cherish those words.

[scorpionstingz]

Doctor "When is your birthday?" - Patient "September 5th" - Doctor "What year?" - Patient "Every year"

[annespacedroid]

When you're told you have Alzheimers, it's a surprise.

Every single time.