What's Your Aging IQ?
Sam is 70.
Sam is 70. 
He can't understand why he is more tired than he used to be. He goes to bed and gets up at the same time he always has. He often takes an afternoon nap. Maybe it's because he has a lot on his mind right now. His younger brother was just diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Sam's worried because he seems to be more forgetful than before—even a little confused sometimes. Could he have Alzheimer's too?
11. The older a person gets, the less he or she needs sleep. True / False
12. Forgetfulness and even a little confusion could come from a variety of causes, not necessarily Alzheimer's disease. True / False
13. Could Sam develop Alzheimer's disease like his brother has? Yes / No
Osteoporosis, heart disease, eye problems, trouble sleeping—just to name some of the things we've discussed. No wonder older people seem to take a lot of medicine!14.Which age group uses the most prescription medicines? |
Publication Date: July 2010
Page Last Updated: April 23, 2012
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