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Tips for Early Stage AD
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- Learn all you can about the disease.
- You do not need to deal with this alone.
- Tell family and friends how they can help. Be honest. Be specific. Be appreciative.
- Maintain meaningful friendships. You don’t need demanding, judgmental friends, let them go.
- Take care of your health. Don’t put off needed medical care. You need a nutritious diet, rest, and exercise.
- Accept your feelings of sadness and anger without guilt. Feelings and thoughts are not deeds.
- Forgive yourself for mistakes or outbursts; you are only human.
- Try to be realistic about what you can do. Decisions must be based on your changing needs.
- Don’t hide; this is a disease, not a crime.
- Humorous things will happen. Greeting these with a laugh can really help.
- Keep a journal. It is often helpful in sorting out your feelings. Journalizing also gives you a way to organize your thoughts and keep track of changes.
- Always hold onto hope!
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Courtesy of the Cleveland Area Chapter
In the National Capital Area chapter service territory, for more information about
Tips for Early Stage AD, please contact the Chapter's telephone Helpline at 703-359-4440 or toll-free 1-800-272-3900. Outside the National Capital Area, please contact your local Chapter.
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