Health Tip: Coping With Early-Onset Alzheimer's

(HealthDay News) -- Alzheimer's disease, although typically associated with people 65 and older, also can affect younger people.

The Alzheimer's Association offers these suggestions for people who must cope with early-onset Alzheimer's:

• Understand that there will be some good days and some bad days.

• Talking to others about your situation will help you cope and may educate others.

• Consider speaking to a professional counselor or a spiritual adviser.

• Be open with loved ones. If possible, engage their help in handling everyday tasks and planning for the future.

• Stay active by volunteering in your community.

• Seek legal and financial advice, and talk to your employer about making any necessary adjustments at work.

• Stay healthy, control stress and make sure your home is a safe place.

• Stay physically active and maintain your regular activities for as long as possible. Don't stop living your life.