Objectives: At the end of this home study the technologist will be able to:

1.Understand the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia

2.Identify the different stages of progression of the disease

3.Discuss common causes of dementia

4.Understand the differences between SPECT, PET and MR imaging and Alzheimer’s Understand where research for the cure is and possible prevention methods for patients with a history of the disease