One problem with an Early Onset Alzheimer's diagnosis is the feeling that no one, not even family members, really understands what is happening. This is a case where being able to communicate with another person who has been diagnosed leads to acceptance as well as the ability to share problems in a humorous way. When three people are seated at a table and one of them has Early Onset, the other two hesitate to take a humorous viewpoint. But if six people are seated at a table and they all have Early Onset, humor abounds. The more we understand about this disease, the better able we are to deal with it. I am working with my husband's niece and her friend, both of whom have Early Onset, to complete a book called "Faces of Alzheimer's: Early Onset" and would greatly appreciate any input from those with Early Onset or those who might be close to someone with Early Onset. My niece and her friend live in Central New York State. They would like to form a discussion group with others who have been diagnosed with Early Onset or who think they might have symptoms but have not been diagnosed. Thanks