Synopses & Reviews
With this book as a companion, caring for an Alzheimer's patient can be a far more positive experience than families could have thought possible. A long-time specialist in treating Alzheimer's disease presents the latest successful care and management techniques in clear, nontechnical language. The symptoms and stages of Alzheimer's, are described, as well as what to expect as the illness progresses. There is a section covering the full range of resources for Alzheimer's care available in the community, which can ease the burden of daily care. Also covers what we know of the causes of Alzheimer's, how it affects the brain, and the hope for treatment and cure.
Table of Contents
THE CAREGIVING EXPERIENCE.
What Is Alzheimer's Disease?
Symptoms and Phases of Alzheimer's Disease.
Depression and Alzheimer's.
Psychiatric Medications and Dementia.
Six Common Myths about Alzheimer's.
Coping: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Caregiver's Experience.
Stages of Family Adjustment.
Values, Beliefs, and the Caregiver Experience.
How to Respond Positively to Alzheimer's Behaviors.
Exploring Community Resources.
RESEARCH AND TREATMENT POSSIBILITIES.
Changes in the Brain.
Treatment Possibilities.
Possible Causes of Alzheimer's Disease.
An Afterword.
References.
Appendix.