Case Study. Navigating the Challenges of Alzheimer’s Disease: A Case Study on a Family Member’s Journey.

     Alzheimer’s Disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of individuals worldwide, impacting not only those diagnosed but also their families. This case study delves into the experiences of the Thompson family as they navigate the challenges associated with Alzheimer’s Disease affecting their beloved matriarch, Mrs. Eleanor Thompson.

    Mrs. Eleanor Thompson, a 78-year-old retired schoolteacher, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease two years ago. Since then, the Thompson family has undergone significant changes in their daily lives, emotional well-being, and relationships. As Mrs. Eleanor Thompson’s Alzheimer’s Disease advanced, the Thompson family experienced a conflictive dynamic that strained relationships and tested their coping mechanisms. The conflictive dynamic was exacerbated by communication challenges among family members. This divergence in caregiving philosophies led to tensions within the family, manifesting in disagreements about daily routines, decision-making, and long-term planning.

 Reflective Questions:

1. What were the immediate challenges the family faced emotionally, and how did they communicate and support each other during this time?

2. Examine the impact of the experience on the family’s perspective regarding Alzheimer’s Disease.

 3. In what ways can the Thompson family’s story contribute to raising awareness and reducing stigma surrounding Alzheimer’s Disease?

 Instructions:

Read the following case study and answer the reflective questions. 

1. Your response should demonstrate an in-depth written analysis-critique and evidence-based rationales of the assigned case.

 2. Must follow APA 7th edition style and provide references within the last 5 years.