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The proper treatment of persons with Alzheimer’s disease is essential, even when suffering from memory loss. People with this condition miss events as a conversation or a joke, but the happy feelings associated with these moments may survive and improve their mood.

To these conclusions did a study at the University of Iowa (USA). “A simple visit or phone call by a relative may have a very positive influence on the happiness of patients, even if quickly forgotten the event. By contrast, negligence in the treatment given in an institution where they are interned could generate sadness, frustration and loneliness but can not remember why, “said Justin Feinstein, the lead author of the research.

Bad Brain

Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that is generated by the progressive deterioration and death of brain cells. This evil is strongly associated with age. The first symptoms often include memory loss and confusion, but it gets worse causing personality change, loss of cognitive skills and difficulty recognizing other people. Read the rest of this entry »