Advocating for Alzheimer's research
I spend one lesson introducing students to Alzheimer's disease. My goals are to build empathy for people living with the condition and their families, while encouraging students to consider careers in research, healthcare, or counseling. Approximately 5–10% of people over the age of 65 have Alzheimer's disease, making it one of the most common causes of dementia in older adults. To begin, I ask students to share what...