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Who is the founder of Alzheimer's and the story behind the discovery?

In 1906, a German psychiatrist presented groundbreaking findings that would eventually give a name to a devastating neurological disease. For many, understanding who is the founder of Alzheimer's is the first step toward grasping the long and complicated history of dementia research.

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Who gave dementia praecox its name? A historical look

The modern understanding of mental health rests on the work of countless historical figures, and the evolution of psychiatric terminology is a key part of that story. The term **dementia praecox** was originally established by German psychiatrist Emil Kraepelin in the late 19th century.

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