BSIP via Getty ImagesMost individuals who have a loved one with Alzheimer's dread the day when their loved one may no longer recognize them. When a loved one doesn't recognize his or her caregiver, the caregiver can experience unending, searing pain. Someone with Alzheimer's can still feel a bond with his caregiver even if he doesn't know precisely who that person is. But some caregivers are so upset when their loved ones don't recognize them, they don't see any reason to keep visiting. Ultimately, however, the situation hurts the caregiver, but may not bother the person living with Alzheimer's.

Source: Huffington Post July 02, 2016 12:45 UTC