Navigating Alzheimer’s as a Daughter, Caregiver, and Neurologist

Dr. Adeline Goss, a neurologist and writer, discusses her personal experience navigating her mother's Alzheimer's disease and her professional perspective on dementia care. She shares insights into the challenges of early-stage diagnosis, the transition from mild cognitive impairment to dementia, and the emotional complexities of witnessing a loved one's gradual decline. Dr. Goss also delves into the controversial new Alzheimer's drug, lecanemab, weighing its potential benefits against its risks and high costs. She highlights the importance of shared decision-making in dementia care and reflects on the subtle losses and ambiguous grief associated with the disease, while also finding moments of beauty and presence within her mother's experience.

About this episode’s featured guest

Dr. Adeline Goss is a practicing neuro ...