Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s and related dementias reduces social activity

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Despite the belief that early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias is crucial, a new Rutgers study found that the diagnosis may unintentionally impact social relationships and activity.

The study, published in the journal Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders, examined how receiving a recent of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias impacts social networks, and .

“Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are a public health priority that has a significant impact on people with these diseases, their families and society,” said lead author Takashi Amano, an…

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