Assignment
To learn more about Alzheimer disease (AD) and the Internet resources available to individuals affected by it, use the Internet to find brief answers to the following questions. (Hint: The Alzheimer's Disease Research Center of Washington University maintains a website and search engine that will help you get started. Another useful website is the Alzheimer Association page.
o What is AD? Is there more than one variety of this disease?
o What are the major symptoms of AD?
o How is AD usually diagnosed?
o What causes AD? What areas of the brain are affected by AD?
o What role are free radicals believed to play in AD? Briefly explain one other theory of AD.
o Describe the typical progression of AD. What is the usual cause of death in AD victims?
o What are the 10 warning signs of AD?
o List 10 simple ways to help the family of a person with AD.
o Is prenatal diagnosis of AD possible?
o What resources are available on the Internet for AD caregivers?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.