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Alzheimer's and other Dementias Harry Cayton

Alzheimer's and other Dementias von Harry Cayton

Alzheimer's and other Dementias Harry Cayton


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Zusammenfassung

This book is a question and answer guide for anyone who has been affected by Alzheimer's or any other dementia. The questions are from real people and the answers cover symptoms, diagnosis and the practical realities of dealing with dementia.

Alzheimer's and other Dementias Zusammenfassung

Alzheimer's and other Dementias: Answers at Your Fingertips Harry Cayton

This book is for anyone who has been affected by Alzheimer's or another dementia. You may have been recently diagnosed, you may know someone who is experiencing symptoms, or you may be caring for someone with the condition.

There are over 100 different types of dementia. The most common are Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies. Symptoms of dementia include loss of memory, confusion and problems with speech and understanding. Most forms of dementia cannot be cured.

This book answers 276 questions about the realities of dementia, and provides you with the knowledge to understand the condition and take control.

Alzheimer's and other Dementias Bewertungen

'For carers and families, this book provides a fount of knowledge and experience that will be invaluable on the journey through dementia. Its comprehensiveness and clarity ensure it is accessible and excellent value.' NEIL HUNT, Chief Executive, Alzheimer's Society 'When I was myself diagnosed with vascular dementia, I read this book and realised that I was not alone. It is a life-saver, literally. Thank you.' RACHEL CANNING,Cornwall 'The advice to carers who are reaching the point of deciding it is time to think about a nursing home is excellent - spot on.' FREDERIKA STRADLING, carer whose mother has dementia, Wiltshire

Über Harry Cayton

BA, BPhil, Dip Anth. Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Disease Society

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. What is dementia?
2. What is Alzheimer's disease?
3. Getting a diagnosis
4. Practical care day to day
5. Communication and activities
6. Personal safety
7. Behaviour that may cause difficulties
8. Carers' emotions
9. Getting help
10. Residential and nursing homes
11. Legal and financial advice
12. Treatment
13. Research

Glossary
Appendix 1: Useful addresses
Appendix 2: Some other reading

Zusätzliche Informationen

GOR001745146
9781859591482
1859591485
Alzheimer's and other Dementias: Answers at Your Fingertips Harry Cayton
Gebraucht - Sehr Gut
Broschiert
Class Publishing
2007-09-03
238
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