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The Alzheimer's Project Season 1 Episodes

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Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible brain disorder that destroys a person's memory and thinking skills. It is a disease that affects millions of Americans. This four-part documentary series focuses on the causes, symptoms, treatment and possible cures of the progressive brain disorder, and takes a close look at the effects the fatal disease has on both the patients and their loved ones. The series is part of a larger project, which includes 15 supplemental short films, a website and a national outreach campaign, to bring forth a new understanding of the disease.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

4 Episodes 2009 - 2009

Episode 1

The Memory Loss Tapes

Sun, May 10, 200984 mins

Seven people living through various stages of Alzheimer's disease are profiled in this verite documentary.

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Episode 2

Grandpa, Do You Know Who I Am?

Mon, May 11, 200931 mins

Five children--ages 6-15--talk about coping with grandparents who are suffering from Alzheimer's disease in this documentary. Maria Shriver provides commentary and delivers valuable lessons for the kids.

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Episode 3

Momentum in Science

Mon, May 11, 200955 mins

Part 1 of 2. Go inside the labs and clinics of 25 scientists and physicians leading the fight against Alzheimer's disease in this eye-opening two-part documentary.

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Episode 4

Caregivers

Tue, May 12, 200949 mins

The impact of Alzheimer's disease on those who provide care to these patients is the focus in this documentary. See five moving portraits of the sacrifices and successes made by people experiencing their loved one's gradual descent into dementia.

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