What You Need to Know Alzheimers
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and results in impaired memory, thinking and behaviour. Although Alzheimer's can occur in middle age it is more likely to occur as a person gets older. This introduction details the symptoms, explains the underlying biology, and provides information about medications and various treatments. There is also practical guidance for coping with the hardships of caring for an Alzheimer's patient.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1572241276
ISBN13:9781572241275
Release Date:January 1999
Publisher:New Harbinger Publications
Length:165 Pages
Weight:1.05 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 6.1" x 10.0"
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Understanding Alzheimer's
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
John Medina, Ph.D. not only authored this detailed, concise book about Alzheimer's Disease, but also drew the terrific graphics describing the various aspects of the disease. Medina spends quite a bit of time explaining the "biology of Alzheimer's Disease" which can get quite technical. But, if you are interested in how the brain and nerve cells are affected, as well as other physical aspects of the disease, you will love these sections. His graphics are superb. My other favorite chapters deal with understanding difficult behavior, suggesting helpful, personal interventions, and offering practical advice for helping with the activities of daily living for a person with Alzheimer's Disease. In short, the book is wonderfully designed, clearly detailed, and touchingly compassionate.
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