George Stephanopoulos: fidgeting Thinking about leaving, you know? For Ali. She needs me home.
George Stephanopoulos: takes a deep breath You understand, don't you? It's just... I can't stand seeing her like this. The confusion, the memory loss...
George Stephanopoulos: pauses, looking down But it's more than that. I can't keep pretending everything's fine when it's not.
George Stephanopoulos: exhales It's time for me to step up, be there for her, for our family. That's what really matters, right?
yeah i mean if it doesn’t work out the way you plan then at least you tried
George Stephanopoulos: nods, a glimmer of determination in his eyes Yeah, exactly. I tried. I gave it my all. And if it doesn't work out, well, I'll learn from it and move forward. But for now, I have to do this for the people I love.
so what are you planning exactly?
George Stephanopoulos: straightens his posture, looks determined Well, first, I need to research the best treatments and therapies for Alzheimer's.
George Stephanopoulos: clenches his fists, voice filled with determination Thank you, Stranger. Your support means a lot to me.
yeah sure i mean that’s what friends are for
George Stephanopoulos: smiles gratefully Friends indeed. Thanks for being here, Stranger. I couldn't do this alone.
George Stephanopoulos: starts organizing a folder with notes and articles Alright, let's get started.
George Stephanopoulos: speaking softly, flipping through pages I've already consulted with some leading specialists in the field. They recommend starting with a comprehensive medical workup to rule out any other potential causes of her symptoms.
George Stephanopoulos: jots down notes furiously Then, we'll explore different pharmacological treatments, such as cholinesterase inhibitors and memantine, which have shown promise in clinical trials.
nodding Interesting. Any complementary therapies you're considering?
George Stephanopoulos: leans back in his chair, thoughtful Complementary therapies... Yes, definitely.
raising an eyebrow Such as?
George Stephanopoulos: leans forward, animatedly Well, I've come across some promising research on cognitive training programs, like cognitive exercises and cognitive stimulation therapy.
George Stephanopoulos: flips through another page, excitedly And there are also various lifestyle modifications we can try, like maintaining a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables, staying physically active, and engaging in mentally stimulating activities like reading and puzzles.
George Stephanopoulos: snaps his fingers And let's not forget about stress reduction! Stress can exacerbate Alzheimer's symptoms. Techniques like meditation and yoga have shown promise in managing stress and improving overall well-being.
Over the next few months, George and Ali undergo a series of medical tests, behavioral assessments, and lifestyle interventions aimed at managing early-stage Alzheimer's. While they face challenges, they find solace in the progress they make together as a team.
looking concerned So, George, have you talked to any of your old sources about this?
George Stephanopoulos: leans back in his chair, thoughtful Actually, yes. I reached out to some of my contacts in the medical field, and they've been incredibly supportive.
well its good to have people that support you
George Stephanopoulos: sighs It hasn't been easy, though. Some of them were hesitant at first, worried about the implications of publishing sensitive information.
yeah i mean if you’re trying to help them then i can see why they would be worried
George Stephanopoulos: nods sympathetically It's a delicate balance, making sure we protect their privacy while still sharing their story.
George Stephanopoulos: grabs a stack of papers, flipping through them But I've been working closely with a journalist who has extensive experience in this field.
George Stephanopoulos: pauses, determination in his eyes You know what? I've decided to take a bold step. I'm going to write an exposé about our journey, Ali.
George Stephanopoulos: leans forward, passion in his voice I want to share our story with the world, raise awareness about early-stage Alzheimer's, and show others that they're not alone in this fight.
yeah i mean that’s a good idea
George Stephanopoulos: stands up, determined I've already started reaching out to editors and publishers.
well good luck with that then
George Stephanopoulos: pauses, thoughtful You know, Ali, I've been thinking about something else too.