This program explains what is now known about the mechanisms of Alzheimer’s and what remains unknown about brain changes in the disease, and discusses the use of drugs to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine and other strategies to preserve memory. The program also shows how Alzheimer’s affects the lives of a patient’s family, and what relief—in the form of adult daycare canters and support groups—is available until the feared day arrives when the patient must be institutionalized. (19 minutes)

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