Prof. Jennifer Nash (GS&FS) on her relationship with her mother through time and caregiving.

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In Professor Jennifer C. Nash's (Gender, Sexuality, and Feminist Studies)poignant essay, she reflects on her mother's struggle with Alzheimer's disease. The story begins with a clock-drawing test in 2019, marking her mother's decline. The essay captures the impact of dementia on memory and identity, juxtaposing her mother's determined upbringing with the inevitable progression of the disease. Throughout the years, Professor Nash observes her mother's deterioration, sharing intimate moments and conversations that reflect the heart-wrenching journey of caregiving, memory loss, and the passage of time. Read more.