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As many as 5.5 million Americans over 65 years of age suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease. Despite also affecting younger populations, increasing age is the number one factor for the disease. People with Alzheimer’s can have trouble doing everyday things, may ask the same questions over and over again, or misplace things. In some cases, some may become worried, angry, or even violent. Learn how to identify risk factors, treatments, and preventive steps.