If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with late-onset Alzheimers disease, youre not alone.
Frustration is common, as are depression and anxiety.
Moreover, it also means losing your sense of personal agency and feeling dependent on others.
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Friends, family members, and support groups can also be valuable sources of support.
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