To learn more about Alzheimer's disease and to find effective treatments, researchers need caregivers and patients who are willing to participate in research studies and projects. There are many different types of research studies.
Some projects focus on psychological aspects, caregiver research, or autopsy findings.
The information in this paper focuses on drug research. Additional Fact Sheets will present highlights about other kinds of research. Many caregivers believe that participation in research projects and studies offers an opportunity to contribute to the future well-being and health of other patients and caregivers and to fight back against Alzheimer's disease. Review your reasons for participating in the research project. Try not to have unrealistic expectations that the patient will improve greatly or that a cure to the disease will be found while you're participating in the study.