Imagine that you are successfully partnered, in a happy cohabiting relationship.
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Question
Imagine that you are successfully partnered, in a happy cohabiting relationship. Both of you appear to be aging successfully; you are healthy and active into your 70's. Then, one day, you notice your partner does something unusual, appearing to forget something s/he knew well and looking disoriented. This episode becomes one of many, until s/he receives the diagnosis of Alzheimer's. You love your partner dearly, you are financially comfortable but by no means wealthy, and you want your partner with you for as long as possible. What options do you have? What are you likely to face? How will your partner change? What toll will it take on you? How is this likely to affect your own aging; will you be able to age successfully?
Explanation / Answer
Yes. However, the relationship will change ways in which the relationship will function