Written by experts in easy-to-understand language, this book offers a quick guide for anyone with a parent, grandparent, or loved one struggling with Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that causes problems with thinking, memory, and behavior. Such symptoms as memory loss usually develop slowly but get worse over time, eventually becoming severe enough to interfere with daily activities and bodily functions.
What You Need to Know about Alzheimer's Disease is part of Bloomsbury's Inside Diseases and Disorders series. This series profiles a variety of physical and psychological conditions, distilling and consolidating vast collections of scientific knowledge into concise, readable volumes. A list of ""Top 10"" essential questions begins each book, providing quick-access answers to readers' most pressing concerns. The text follows a standardized, easily navigable structure, with each chapter exploring a particular facet of the topic. In addition to covering such basics as causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, books in this series delve into issues that are less commonly addressed but still critically important, such as effects on loved ones and caregivers. Case illustrations highlight key themes discussed in the book and are accompanied by insightful analyses and recommendations.
By:
Matthew Domico,
Valerie Hill
Imprint: Greenwood Press
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Annotated edition
Dimensions:
Height: 238mm,
Width: 162mm,
Spine: 18mm
Weight: 480g
ISBN: 9781440870316
ISBN 10: 1440870314
Series: Inside Diseases and Disorders
Pages: 222
Publication Date: 22 March 2022
Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years
Audience:
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
,
College/higher education
,
Children's (6-12)
,
Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Series Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction Essential Questions Chapter 1 What Is Alzheimer's Disease? Chapter 2 The History of Alzheimer's Disease Chapter 3 Causes and Risk Factors Chapter 4 Signs and Symptoms Chapter 5 Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management Chapter 6 Long-Term Prognosis and Potential Complications Chapter 7 Effects on Family and Friends Chapter 8 Prevention Chapter 9 Issues and Controversies Chapter 10 Current Research and Future Directions Case Illustrations Glossary Directory of Resources Bibliography Index
Matthew Domico, PsyD, is Assistant Professor of Psychology at Lewis University, USA. Valerie Hill, PhD, is Professor of Psychology and director of the undergraduate program at Lewis University, USA.
Reviews for What You Need to Know about Alzheimer's Disease
This current, in-depth, focused, informative guide provides complete coverage of a devastating, life-altering, and increasingly common illness. Highly recommended. All readers. * Choice *
