Understanding Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease, the leading cause of dementia, affects millions globally. Discovered by Dr. Alois Alzheimer, it is characterized by plaques and tangles in the brain, disrupting cell communication and leading to cell death. The disease progresses through the brain, causing memory loss, mood changes, and eventually death. Current research focuses on slowing progression, with treatments targeting acetylcholine breakdown and potential vaccines against plaques. Despite over a century of study, a cure remains elusive.

What is the most common cause of dementia worldwide?

• Parkinson's disease

• Alzheimer's disease

• Huntington's disease

• Multiple sclerosis

Who first described the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease?

• Dr. Sigmund Freud

• Dr. Alois Alzheimer

• Dr. Carl Jung

• Dr. Ivan Pavlov

What are the misfolded proteins found in Alzheimer's disease called?

• Lipids

• Plaques

• Hormones

• Enzymes

What protein is responsible for forming neurofibrillary tangles in Alzheimer's?

• Beta-amyloid

• Tau

• Alpha-synuclein

• Prion

Where do plaques and tangles first start affecting the brain?

• Occipital lobe

• Cerebellum

• Hippocampus

• Frontal lobe

What is the first symptom of Alzheimer's disease?

• Hallucinations

• Short-term memory loss

• Paranoia

• Erratic mood changes

Which part of the brain is affected last in Alzheimer's disease?

• Hippocampus

• Frontal lobe

• Brain's rear

• Top of the brain

What is one temporary treatment for Alzheimer's disease?

• Enhancing GABA production

• Blocking serotonin receptors

• Reducing acetylcholine breakdown

• Increasing dopamine levels

What is a potential future treatment for Alzheimer's being researched?

• Antibiotic treatment

• Gene therapy

• A vaccine against beta-amyloid plaques

• Stem cell therapy

How long ago was Alzheimer's disease first discovered?

• 5 years ago

• 20 years ago

• 50 years ago

• Over a century ago