Alzheimer’s disease is the mostly commonly diagnosed form of dementia in older adults. Learn more about the disease, including diagnosis and treatment, and find tips and resources for caregivers and people living with dementia.
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Video: How Alzheimer's Changes the Brain
This 4-minute video shows how Alzheimer’s affects the human brain and looks at promising ideas to treat and prevent the disease.
11 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease
Learn the facts about common myths surrounding Alzheimer’s disease. Find out how you can help advance NIA’s research on new diagnostic, treatment, and prevention options.
What Is Limbic-Predominant Age-Related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE)?
Learn about a recently characterized form of dementia, limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE), including the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis.
About the ADEAR Center
Find out how the Alzheimer's and related Dementias Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center can help you with answers and resources.
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