Episode: What Happens if You Do Nothing After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

When faced with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, many families quietly wonder: What if we do nothing?

In this episode of Surviving Alzheimer’s: Clarity, Courage & Care, Teri Youngdale explores the very real reasons families hesitate—fear of side effects, cost, time, or simply the belief that nothing will work. Through real-life stories, including Sam and Maria’s journeys, Teri explains what happens when treatment is delayed, why early intervention matters, and what options remain if you choose to wait.

You’ll also learn:

• The trade-offs of “watchful waiting” versus early treatment.

• How lifestyle choices and alternative approaches can still make a difference.

• Key questions to ask when deciding on next steps.

• Why “no decision” is, in fact, a decision.

Whether you’re a caregiver, spouse, or adult child of someone recently diagnosed, this episode will help you move from panic to plan—and make informed choices with clarity, courage, and care.