Monday, October 12, 2009

Keeping Current with the Science of the Brain and Dementia


~ Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study  ~  
From the National Institute on Aging (NIA)
and the University of California at San Diego (UCSD)

This study addresses treatments for both cognitive and behavioral symptoms.  The information can be a bit technical but keeps us informed about recent research into Alzheimer's. You can join the Information Network by going to  http://www.adcs.org/Research/registry.aspx and sign up for their monthly newsletter.

Another useful site is The Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center Web site will help you find current, comprehensive Alzheimer's disease (AD) information and resources from the National Institute on Aging (NIA).
http://www.nia.nih.gov/Alzheimers/