Understanding Alzheimer's and Preparing for the Future

The speaker shares a personal story about their father's battle with Alzheimer's and discusses the global impact of dementia. They explore the fear associated with the disease and propose a proactive approach to preparing for Alzheimer's. The speaker emphasizes adapting hobbies, building physical strength, and personal growth as key strategies. They conclude with a hopeful outlook for a cure and readiness to face the disease.

What disease does the speaker's father suffer from?

• Huntington's disease

• Parkinson's disease

• Alzheimer's disease

• Multiple sclerosis

By what year is the number of people with dementia expected to double?

• 2040

• 2030

• 2050

• 2025

What are the two common reactions people have towards dementia?

• Fear and acceptance

• Denial and acceptance

• Denial and prevention

• Prevention and acceptance

What is the speaker's approach to dealing with the possibility of Alzheimer's?

• Ignoring it

• Curing it

• Preparing for it

• Preventing it

What type of activities does the speaker focus on to adapt to dementia?

• Competitive sports

• Hands-on activities

• Reading and writing

• Watching television

Why does the speaker emphasize learning hands-on activities?

• To entertain her friends

• To improve her cognitive skills

• To keep her hands busy when her brain isn't

• To become a professional artist

What physical activities does the speaker engage in to maintain balance?

• Running and cycling

• Yoga and tai chi

• Swimming and dancing

• Weightlifting and boxing

What is one of the physical symptoms of Alzheimer's mentioned by the speaker?

• Enhanced memory

• Increased appetite

• Improved vision

• Loss of balance

What quality does the speaker admire in her father despite his Alzheimer's?

• His kindness

• His humor

• His intelligence

• His wealth

What does the speaker hope for in the next 20 years?

• A cure for Alzheimer's

• A new hobby

• A better job

• A world tour