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Your Handy Reference for Alzheimer's & Dementia: Popular Questions and Answers
If you or a loved one is dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, or if you simply want to gain a better understanding of these conditions, look no further. 100 Questions & Answers About Alzheimer's & Dementia For Dummies is your complete guide to understanding the causes, signs, and diagnosis of these cognitive disorders. This book contains everything you've been wanting to know about what causes Alzheimer's and dementia and how they can be managed with medical treatments and lifestyle changes.
Designed to be straightforward, this book gets right to the point with short, easy-to-absorb sections. This allows you to quickly find the information you need to support your health and well-being. Whether you prefer to read all the Q&As or jump around to specific topics, this guide is structured to expand your knowledge efficiently.
Get reliable information on all aspects of Alzheimer's and other causes of dementia
Discover management strategies and coping tips that can help with quality of life
Get clear, concise information on how dementia is related to other conditions
Return to this reliable resource again and again when you have questions
For anyone diagnosed with dementia or supporting a loved one with a diagnosis, 100 Questions & Answers About Alzheimer's and Dementia For Dummies is a reliable, low-pressure place to start.
Contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia 3
CHAPTER 1: Introducing Alzheimer's and Dementia 5
CHAPTER 2: Diagnosing Alzheimer's and Dementia 15
CHAPTER 3: Identifying the Symptoms and the Effects on the Brain 21
CHAPTER 4: Reducing the Risk of Alzheimer's and Dementia 27
Part 2: Coping with Alzheimer's and Dementia 35
CHAPTER 5: Living with Alzheimer's or Dementia 37
CHAPTER 6: Considering Treatment Options 51
CHAPTER 7: Staying Informed and Participating in Research 57
Part 3: Supporting Someone with Alzheimer's or Dementia 65
CHAPTER 8: Helping Someone Live with Alzheimer's or Dementia 67
CHAPTER 9: Ethical and Advocacy Considerations 81
CHAPTER 10: Medical Complications and End-of-Life Care 87
CHAPTER 11: Finding the Support You Need as a Caregiver 95
Part 4: Social, Cultural, and Spiritual Considerations 101
CHAPTER 12: Social and Cultural Implications 103
CHAPTER 13: Spiritual Considerations 107
CHAPTER 14: Challenges and Awareness 111
Index 117
