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Question: リサ・ジェノヴァ: アルツハイマー病を予防するために出来ること

Part 1 (Comprehension Questions ):

  1. What did she teasingly say to those who are thinking they don’t have Alzheimer’s disease?

 

  1. How does this disease create a fear according to the speaker?

 

  1. What is the point of connection of two neurons called?

 

  1. What is release from synapse?

 

  1. Who believe that the disease begins when amyloid beta begins to accumulate?

 

  1. What device can detect initial step into the disease?

 

  1. What took place after our microglia janitor cells become hyper-activated?

 

  1. According to the speaker, how likely is it for us to inherit Alzheimer’s from our parents?

 

  1. How do deep sleep affects our brain according to the speaker?

 
10. What do scientist believe, according to her, about the poor sleep hygiene?
 

Part 2 (Express Yourself Questions):

  1. Why do people forget?
  2. What is the difference between the long term and short-term memory?
  3. How do we avoid forgetfulness?
  4. What’s the worst scenario you have had about forgetfulness?
  5. Has a family member or relative forgotten your name or birthday?
  6. How do you think it feels taking care of someone who have Alzheimer’s disease?
  7. Do you consider of working as a caregiver?
  8. How should we deal with our loved ones who have the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease?
  9. Can anyone who violate the law could be excused once he said he has Alzheimer’s disease?
  10. What would you do if your husband forgets your wedding anniversary?
  11. What are common reactions of people who realized they have forgotten little or simple things thoughtlessly?
  12. Do you fear that someday your brain would deteriorate causing you to forget often?
  13. What is the most important thing in your life that you never want to forget?
  14. Can debts be easily forgotten?

15. Do mistakes bound to be forgotten?
16. Do you feel guilty if you forgot to greet a loved-one on his/her birthday?
17. Is it a crime if you forget to bring your driver’s license if caught by a traffic officer?
18. How serious is forgetfulness as our physical condition is concern?
19. Can forgetting lead a crime?
20. Why do toddlers’ long -term memory crucial for their growth and development?
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