{"id":248196,"date":"2023-11-24T10:00:57","date_gmt":"2023-11-24T15:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.visavie.com\/7-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-understanding-to-better-help"},"modified":"2026-05-08T10:36:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T14:36:45","slug":"7-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-understanding-to-better-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/7-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-understanding-to-better-help","title":{"rendered":"The 7 stages of Alzheimer’s disease: understanding to better help"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As part of the large family of neurocognitive disorders,<\/strong> Alzheimer’s <\/strong>disease unfortunately affects many seniors. To better understand this condition and thus better support our elderly loved ones who are affected by it, let’s take a look at the seven stages of Alzheimer’s disease.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

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Based on symptoms and the person’s level of independence, these different stages provide a better understanding of how dementia<\/strong> progresses<\/strong> over time. A good understanding of these stages makes it possible to adapt services and care in real time, ensuring the well-being<\/strong> and safety<\/strong> of seniors<\/strong> affected by this disease. <\/p>\n

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The 7 stages of Alzheimer’s disease according to the Reisberg scale<\/h2>\n

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Also known as the “global deterioration scale<\/em>,” the Reisberg scale<\/strong> is intended as a reference for classifying the progression<\/strong> of Alzheimer’s disease based on the severity of cognitive symptoms<\/strong>, as well as the limitations<\/strong> experienced by the individual in their daily life.<\/p>\n

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To this day, this system is used by healthcare professionals and caregivers to better understand the impact<\/strong> of the disease, at a specific point in time, on the activities and independence<\/strong> of a person with Alzheimer’s.<\/p>\n

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Stage 1: No symptoms<\/h3>\n

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At this stage, there are no particular problems to report. If in doubt, for example if your elderly relative<\/strong> is experiencing minor memory lapses, it is best to have the diagnosis confirmed by a healthcare professional. It is important to remember that changes attributable to normal aging<\/a> must always be distinguished from actual Alzheimer’s disease.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

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Stage 2: Very mild cognitive impairment<\/h3>\n

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This is when the first symptoms<\/strong> of Alzheimer’s appear. Although mild, the onset of cognitive impairment is noticeable at this stage. This most often manifests itself in memory loss and forgetting small details of everyday life. If one of your loved ones is suffering from stage 2 Alzheimer’s<\/strong>, be aware that they may forget where they have put everyday objects, confuse names, or struggle to find the right words.<\/p>\n

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Stage 3: Alzheimer’s disease with mild cognitive symptoms<\/h3>\n

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Still considered part of the “pre-dementia” phase, it is at this stage that the disease generally begins to show the first noticeable signs<\/strong>. Concentration problems, difficulty with orientation, and limitations in performing more complex tasks are some examples of classic symptoms<\/strong> in a Stage 3 Alzheimer’s <\/strong>diagnosis. It is also at this point in the progression of the disease that neuropsychological tests become more easily measurable during assessments by healthcare professionals. Fortunately, in most cases, independence<\/strong> in everyday life remains intact at this stage of the disease, allowing the person to continue to carry out most of their activities. <\/p>\n

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If one of your elderly loved<\/strong> ones has stage 3 (or higher) Alzheimer’s disease, be aware that he or she may be in denial <\/strong>about their situation. In such cases, support from family and friends can make a big difference. If you are a caregiver<\/a> or regularly interact with an elderly person with Alzheimer’s, don’t hesitate to take advantage of the resources<\/strong> available to you, both for your own well-being and that of your loved one. <\/p>\n

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Stage 4: Cognitive impairment with moderate deficit<\/h3>\n

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According to several experts, this stage marks the onset of the dementia<\/strong> phase often associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The most common symptoms<\/strong> may include: <\/p>\n

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