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Degeneration Stages of Alzheimer's Disease, 2004.
Reviews the progress of Alzheimer's disease through progressive stages.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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This paper examines the progress of Alzheimer's disease through its progressive stages. It focuses on changes in the cardiovascular system, the circulatory system, and the muscular system, the three major degenerative stages of the disease. Background and description of the disease are also included.
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"This paper examined the progress of Alzheimer's disease in patients through three degenerative stages of the disease. In the earlier stages of Alzheimer's disease the most observable effects in the..."
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Alzheimer?s Disease, 2005.
Examines Alzheimer's disease as a major medical problem for the new millennium.
3,215 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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As more and more people live longer, many suffer from senility and Alzheimer's disease. This paper discusses the stages of the disease and how medical science has advanced in its ability to diagnose Alzheimer's.
The paper also examines the future for this disease.
Introduction
The Definition of Alzheimer's Disease
The Genetics of Alzheimer's Disease
Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
Advances in Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease
Predicting Alzheimer's Disease
Outlook for the Future
Footnotes
Bibliography
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"Other researchers are focusing on the 'oxidative stress' and 'programmed cell death' parts of the puzzle. It is becoming clear that oxidative stress occurs in AD, but it is not yet clear whether oxidation actually causes the neuro-degeneration, or is simply another side effect of AD. Some scientists believe that oxidative stress is a relatively early event in the disease process. They argue that the aging brain is less able to defend itself against oxidative stress, and that this helps to explain why AD is a disease that primarily strikes older people. Researchers are working now to understand whether beta-amyloid initiates the oxidative damage in AD. Vitamin E and some of the other drugs that show promise against AD may have anti-oxidant properties."
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Alzheimer Patients, 2004.
An analysis of a social work internship experience with Alzheimer patients.
1,328 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper presents an overview of a social worker's service learning experience at an Alzheimer's care facility, with patients exhibiting various stages of Alzheimer's disease. The writer's experiences are examined in this paper. The paper describes what the writer learned through his interactions with older adults at the clinic, that much like anyone else, Alzheimer's patients need stimulation, warmth, compassion and an environment that encourages interaction and relationship building.
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"My first impressions were that Legacy Gardens provided optimal care for the elderly. Up until this point in time I had held a somewhat negative image of care centers, believing that they were a place that people might 'dump' elderly family members or sick patients in order to 'wash their hands of them.' I held an image that staff were abrupt with patients and unkind, simply doing a job because they had to rather than because they wanted to. My impressions were immediately changed however, upon working at Legacy Gardens. "
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Parkinson's Disease, 2002.
This paper discusses the medical disorder, Parkinson's disease, a slowly progressive, degenerative disease of the nervous system, characterized by tremors, slowness of voluntary movements, and increased muscle rigidity.
2,165 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper explains that the immediate cause of Parkinson's disease is related to the degeneration of brain cells in the area of the substantia nigra; damage to this area leads to the cluster of symptoms known as Parkinsonism. The author points out that symptoms of Parkinson's disease vary greatly between one patient and another, but the classic tremor associated with PD is referred to as "pill-rolling tremor" in which the movement resembles rolling a pill between the thumb and forefinger. The paper concludes that the prognosis for Parkinson's disease, for which there is no cure despite medical treatment, is not very encouraging because symptoms only worsen over time and become less responsive to drug therapies.
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"The substantia nigra, or "black substance," is one of the principal movement control centers in the brain. The dopamine released by nerve cells of the substantia nigra stimulates another brain region, the corpus striatum. Without sufficient amounts of dopamine, the corpus striatum cannot control its targets, and so on down the line. Ultimately, the movement patterns of walking, writing, reaching for objects, and other basic programs cannot operate properly, and the symptoms of parkinsonism are the result."
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Alzheimer?s Disease, 2005.
A look at this devastating, degenerative brain disease.
2,441 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 74.95
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This paper describes the symptoms, the research, and the diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease. The paper explains the symptoms and stages of Alzheimer's, the medication available to Alzheimer patients which slows the onset, but does not cure the disease, the method of diagnosis, which is through the elimination of other possible illnesses rather than positive identification of the disease, and the ongoing research into Alzheimer's disease of which there is biologically-based research and a cognitive-behavioral approach to research.
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"Alzheimer?s Disease currently affects more than four million Americans. Alzheimer?s is a disease characterized by the progressive degeneration of areas within the brain, resulting in cognitive and physical decline that will eventually lead to death. It is important to emphasize that Alzheimer?s disease (AD) is not a normal part of aging. Although AD typically appears in those over sixty-five, it is a neurodegenerative disease, quite distinct from any aging-related cognitive decline. Because Alzheimer?s is eventually fatal, and because the decline typical of an Alzheimer?s patient is so devastating, much research is currently being done to investigate potential treatments. With the elderly population the fastest growing segment of North American society, Alzheimer?s threatens to be an even greater health concern in the future decades. For patients exhibiting mild cognitive impairment, research is being done on ways to slow the disease?s progression. The two main thrusts of Alzheimer?s research are biological, which seeks to determine organic, systemic contributing factors to the disease, and cognitive-behavioral, which examines whether the disease can be held at bay by engaging the brain in novel functions. Pharmaceutically, there are a few drugs approved for the treatment of Alzheimer?s. These drugs just postpone the dementia-related declines, however, they don?t offer any cure."
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Parkinson's Disease (PD), 2006.
An overview of Parkinson's disease (PD), a slowly progressive, degenerative disease of the nervous system.
2,165 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper explains that the immediate cause of Parkinson's disease (PD) is related to the degeneration of brain cells in the area known as the substantia nigra, one of the movement control centers of the
brain, which results in the cluster of symptoms known as Parkinsonism. The author points out that, although a great deal of research has been conducted to identify the cause of PD, no underlying culprit has been found. The paper discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and new possibilities related to PD.
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"Despite the physical and mental characteristics of Parkinson's disease, those who are afflicted with this disease have come up with some inspirational techniques that help them to lead somewhat ordinary lives. With the assistance of new medications and extensive research, the number of Americans living with PD, now estimated to be over one million, can look forward to a higher quality of life than those that came before them as long as they maintain a healthy perspective towards their disease."
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Alzheimer's Disease, 2007.
An examination of the causes and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease.
2,390 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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This paper provides an intensive exploration of Alzheimer's disease. The writer approaches it from the field of psychology and discusses the signs, symptoms, causes, risks, medications and treatment for the disease from a psychological perspective. The paper examines how Alzheimer's disease is being addressed and discusses the signs and symptoms that can indicate its onset. The paper analyzes the mental health issues that come with a diagnosis of the disease and treatments that dovetail with the current drugs being used. The paper concludes that, while Alzheimer's disease is still significantly stressful, there are great strides being made to combat its progression and effects.
Outline:
Introduction
What Is Alzheimer's?
History Of Alzheimer's Disease
History Of Alzheimer's Disease
Causes
Symptoms
Treatment
Conclusion
References
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" Mood stabilizers have been found to be useful. Some of the drugs used to treat disease include "tacrine (Cognex), donepezil (Aricept), rivastigmine (Exelon), or galantamine (Razadyne, previously known as Reminyl) may help prevent some symptoms from becoming worse for a limited time. Another drug, memantine (Namenda), has been approved to treat moderate to severe AD, although it also is limited in its effects. Also, some medicines may help control behavioral symptoms of AD such as sleeplessness, agitation, wandering, anxiety, and depression. Treating these symptoms often makes patients more comfortable and makes their care easier for caregivers(Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
http://www.nia.nih.gov/Alzheimers/Publications/adfact.htm).""
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Stages of Development, 2004.
This paper compares Freud?s five stages of childhood development with Erikson?s eight stages of development.
1,920 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper details that five of Erikson?s stages line up roughly with Freud?s theory of human development, though they expand upon them and take much of the focus away from sex. The other three Erikson stages follow the continued course of an individual?s psychological life, something that Freud seemed to think terminates at early adulthood. The author believes that, while Freud?s work should be honored for its daring and its groundbreaking nature, Erikson?s is a more realistic and complete model. The paper continues that Erikson appears less committed than Freud to the idea that all dreams are a form of wish fulfillment and tends to read a more symbolic nature into them.
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"The first stage of development according to Freud is the ?Oral? stage. This stage lasts between one and two years, and during it the child?s needs are most focuses around oral pleasure such as that derived from nursing or sucking. A child who is frustrated at this stage (not fed sufficiently, for example, or not allowed to breastfeed) will have a variety of future development problems stemming from his oral nature and characterized by sarcasm, envy, suspicion, and pessimistic ideas about the world and relationships."
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Alzheimer's Disease, 2005.
This paper discusses Alzheimer's disease and dementias, neurological disorders involving problems with memory and thinking, which affect emotional, social and physical functioning.
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This paper explains that Alzheimer's and other dementia characterized by gradual deterioration of memory and personality, is not part of the normal aging process and is marked by plaques of B-amyloid protein and tangles in the brain. The author points out that Alzheimer's is more likely to occur during the later years; but, when Alzheimer's disease begins in middle-age, it usually progresses quickly, reaching the last phase within 3-5 years. The paper relates that Alzheimer's disease progresses through a series of five developmental stages characterized progressively by absentmindedness, confusion, severe memory loss, need for full time care and, finally, complete withdrawal emotionally and physically leading to death.
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"People with Alzheimer's disease are unable to care for themselves and to communicate their needs. They become very confused when it comes to the most simple activities and often alienate their family members because they accuse them of stealing the possessions that they have misplaced due to their inability to remember where they put them last. Eating becomes a problem because the person may eat multiple meals or forgot to eat entirely. Therefore, their meals need to be supervised. The personality that dominated during earlier life is likely to become more dominant at this time. Therefore, they are capable of having angry outbursts and/or becoming very dependent and clingy to others. Depression is also common in this population. Researchers are still struggling to find out the causes of Alzheimer's disease and there is always the hope that a cure is not far away. There has been some evidence for genetic factors involved in Alzheimer's disease; however, this does not apply to all cases."
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?Iris? and Alzheimer's, 2002.
An examination of the portrayal of Alzheimer's Disease in the movie, "Iris".
939 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper is discusses the film, "Iris," directed by Richard Eyre. The film is based on the life of British writer Iris Murdoch, who descended into Alzheimer's disease and finally died of the disease in 1999. In particular, it summarizes the material in the film and evaluates the accuracy of the observations based on research. It shows how Alzheimer's Disease is more than simply forgetting where you put your car keys, as the film vividly portrays, and how although it is not always easy to watch, it is a startling portrayal of the progression of Alzheimer's, so much so that many Alzheimer's groups embraced the film, hoping it would enlighten viewers to the real world of the Alzheimer patient.
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"As the film progresses, Iris has more and more memory "blips," which illustrate the continuing degradation of her mind, and the stunning progression of the disease. She repeats herself at a lecture. Her mind goes blank during a television interview. As the disease progresses, the incidents get worse, just as they do in real life. She falls out of a moving car. In the doctor's office, she cannot remember who the Prime Minister is. It's amusing when she says "It doesn' t matter. Someone will know," ("Iris"), but its also tragic to see this "beautiful mind" so ravaged by this disease. Experts who have studied the disease talk about how the disease limits your world."
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Erikson's Eight Psychosocial Stages, 2007.
This paper looks at Erik Erikson's eight psychosocial stages, while focusing on the adolescent stage.
1,138 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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In this article, the writer notes that Erik Erikson is perhaps one of the most well-known ego-psychologists in modern social science. The writer explains that Erikson follows Sigmund Freud's idea of development and furthers it by focusing on society and cultural factors influencing the development of individuals. The writer points out that Erikson is known for his theory based on the epigenetic principle. The epigenetic principle is basically an extension of Freud's theory of stages. The writer looks at Erikson's theory that personality development goes through eight stages. The writer concludes that Erikson's theoretical framework explains adolescent stage as the struggle associated with adolescent maturity. However, the writer is of the view that adolescence does not necessarily mean struggle.
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Introduction
Discussion
Development of Adolescents
Conclusion
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"Each stage has particular crisis. For example stage one is characterized by trust vs. mistrust; stage two autonomy vs. shame and doubt; stage three initiative vs. guilt; stage four industry vs. inferiority; stage five ego-identity vs. role-confusion; stage six intimacy vs. isolation; stage seven generativity vs. self-absorption; and stage eight integrity vs. despair. One of the most important aspects of Erikson's' theory is the fact that he does not believe develop stops as the individual reaches adulthood. In fact Erikson believes that an individual continues to grow and develop even in old age, and hence stage eight.
"Erikson's theoretical premise is also characterized by the limitation he sets for each stage. This he terms as the optimal time which is required for the developmental success or failure of the stage. If the stage is managed well, individuals acquire certain virtue which helps them to deal with the other stages. The complexity of the individual personality therefore rests on the crisis development of each stage."
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Stages of Group/Team Development, 2005.
An in-depth exploration of the necessary stages and phases which are vital for the development of a good team.
4,100 words (approx. 16.4 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 110.95
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Throughout recent years, researchers have outlined a proper structure of what is considered as systematic stages and phases in which a team grows and develops and becomes a success. This paper reveals and assesses the various stages of group and team development. The paper starts by assessing the features and characteristics that are considered necessary for the growth and development of a team. Understanding this aspect is important because the various stages and phases actually serve the development of the group's/team's characteristics. Subsequently, the paper highlights the works of various theorists and researchers on the subject of the various stages of group and team development.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Review of Related Literature
Salient Features of a Successful Team/Group
The Stages of Group/Team Development
Ellen C. Davis's Model of Group/Team Development
Barbara O'Keefe's Model of Team/Group Development
Myers Briggs Models of Group/Team Development
Summary and Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Maintaining quality is absolutely critical for the success of a team/group as quality is considered to be the measuring stick of a team's success. The complexity of this issue can be gauged from the fact revealed by many researchers that managers today tend to look at quality as doing the task correctly, the first time. This attitude has paved way for enhanced commitment and has also forced the team members to create and sustain values."
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Alzheimer's Disease, 2006.
A review of Alzheimer's disease, discussing the history, symptoms, treatments and issues related to the disease.
2,171 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper takes an in-depth look at Alzheimer's disease, a degenerative brain disorder that was first identified in 1906 by Alois Alzheimer. This disease represents the single most prevalent form of brain disorders and is also the leading cause of dementia, affecting approximately 4.5 million people in the Untied States. The paper provides a brief overview of the disease, the symptoms, the diagnostic procedures and the treatment methods in order for us to gain a better understanding of this degenerative brain disorder.
Outline:
Introduction
Alzheimer's Disease
Early and Late onset Alzheimer's Disease
Symptoms of the Disease
Memory Loss and Language Disorder
Depression
Dyspraxia and Agnosia
Diagnosis
Tests for Cognitive Impairment
Positron Emission Topography
Major Causes of Alzheimer's Disease
Amyloid Plaques
NeuroFibrillary Tangles
Metal ions
Treatment Methods
Restoring Cholinergic Transmission
Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Conclusion
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"Considerable reduction in cholinergic transmission is one of the primary causes for the loss of memory and other associated symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and other kinds of dementia. Hence pharmacological treatment for AD mainly revolves around rectifying this circulatory deficit within the brain. Compounds designed to enhance cholinergic transmission constitute an important part of the treatment plan. Acetylcholine the neurotransmitter of the brain is considerably broken down in-patients suffering from AD and other dementias. The underlying mechanism of the neurotransmitter can be simplified as follows. An electrical impulse generated passes along the nerve and when it reaches the end it triggers the release of chemical messengers known as neurotransmitters, which in turn diffuse along the synaptic cleft and react with the specific receptor sites on the organ. Activation at the receptor junction initiates a series of chemical reactions resulting in a specific biological response. "
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Alzheimer's Disease, 2007.
This paper considers the medical and social aspects of Alzheimer's disease.
1,912 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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The paper relates that Alzheimer's disease typically afflicts patients during the later years of their lives and is most commonly associated with a general loss of cognitive function. The paper discusses the prevalence of Alzheimer's and its increasing profile during the 1990s that led scientists to dub it the "disease of the 20th century." The paper illustrates how Alzheimer's can place a terrible burden on a patient's loved ones, who are forced to watch the patient's slow mental decline. The paper also notes that the cost of Alzheimer's to American society is significant. The paper concludes that science will have to commit tremendous intellectual and financial resources to developing a cure for Alzheimer's, as the disease is expected to greatly proliferate over the next several years.
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"A number of things occur in the brain that cause a person to develop Alzheimer's symptoms. Many Alzheimer's patients experience a sharp decrease in the production of acetylcholine, a key neurotransmitter, and over-production of the protein B-amyloid, which can cause obstructive neuritic plaques to form (Alzheimer's disease, No date). Alzheimer's patients also may experience brain deterioration related to aging, such as neuron or snynaptic loss, which can impair cognitive and neurological function."
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Alzheimer?s Disease, 2006.
An assessment of the causes and preventative factors of Alzheimer's disease.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper studies Alzheimer's Disease, which affects more than two million Americans. The paper provides an overview and definition of the disease, which is a progressive form of dementia. Next, the paper examines possible causes of the disease as well as risk factors, such as gender, age and obesity. The paper then turns to preventative factors, including a daily dosage of ibuprofen and Vitamin E. The paper concludes that longevity has an effect on brain deterioration.
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Introduction
Definition of Alzheimer's
Possible causes of Alzheimer's
Preventative Factors
Conclusions
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"Alzheimer's is the most common type of irreversible dementia. Some early signs of the disease include mood changes, difficulties with attention spans and memory. There can also be problems with anxiety and restlessness. Some people experience depression as they realize their difficulties. It is important individuals receive proper social support and counseling to cope with their diagnosis. Alzheimer's patients move through disease progression at different rates. There often is a broad distinction made between the early middle, and advanced stages of Alzheimer's. In the early stages the only signs may be mild forgetfulness. As the disease progresses, individuals often have difficultly traveling alone and become confused in unfamiliar surroundings. Finally as the disease progresses to the end stage individuals have difficultly with verbal abilities, incontinence, and trouble walking (Snowdon, 2001)."
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