Learn about the increased risk, early signs, and management strategies for Alzheimer's disease in aging adults with intellectual disabilities, particularly Down Syndrome. Explore the stages of normal aging, conversion, and dementia, including changes in brain tissue, behavior, emotions, and cognitive functions. Discover warning signs, screening tools, and the importance of differentiating dementia from other physical and psychiatric conditions. Gain insights into treatment options, the benefits of exercise and activities, and approaches to support aging in place for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Dementia in People with Down Syndrome or Other Intellectual Disabilities - UCLAMDChat
University of California, Los Angeles via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Developmental Disabilities
Normal Aging
Conversion Stage
Signs of Dementia
Brain Tissue
Typical Aging
Behavior Changes
Emotional Changes
Indifference
Trouble Learning
Communication Problems
Trouble with Judgement
Warning Sign
Screening Tools
Physical and Psychiatric Conditions
Is it treatable
Exercise and activities
Treatment
Aging in Place
Taught by
UCLA Health
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Reviews
5.0 rating, based on 2 Class Central reviews
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Very informative and interesting course. Recommend to anyone supporting adults with down syndrome or development disabilities. The tutor is extremely knowledgeable and highly qualified, she explains the subject matter in layman's terms so it's easily understood, and the course is broken down into small chunks so it's easy to follow.
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It was very fascinating learning about correlation of Dementia and Down syndrome as well as ID. I'm looking forward to next series of lectures.
