Experts from Michigan Medicine answer questions about brain health and how to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more about the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center at University of Michigan Health: https://alzheimers.med.umich.edu/ Chapters Intro: 00:00:00 Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: 00:02:50 How does dementia differ from general memory concerns? 00:04:50 Risk factors that can’t be changed: 00:07:48 Modifiable risk factors: 00:12:00 Mental stimulation: 00:14:52 Good habits: 00:16:19 Do some groups have a higher risk for Alheimer’s or dementia? 00:25:01 Facing significant barriers to care: 00:27:11 Current Alzheimer’s treatments: 00:28:10 Are there resources for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s Disease? 00:35:34 Caregiver risk: 00:39:00 Caregiver stress: 00:40:20 How can we protect the civil rights of people who have Alzheimer’s related dementia and cognitive issues; and what if you are concerned about not being included in decisions about your health? 00:42:18 Policy advocacy for community support: 00:46:45 How much are the use of opioids and antidepressants involved in increasing the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s or dementia? 00:48:26 Polypharmacy concerns: 00:49:57 Research: 00:50:55 Social media: 00:52:53 Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center: 00:54:53 Final thoughts: 00:56:04 ------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Michigan Medicine’s YouTube channel for upcoming videos and future live streams featuring our experts answering your questions. ------------------------------------------------------- Follow Michigan Medicine on Social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/umichmedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/umichmedicine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichiganMedicine #AlzheimersDisease #BrainHealth #AlzheimersPrevention