4 - Alzheimers

A guide to the history of dementia and Alzheimer’s including a person’s perception of his or her environment, disease stages, communication changes, behavioral and personality alterations, the grief process families go through and the stages of death ... continue reading

Doing Things shows how to provide a positive environment for persons with Alzheimer’s disease by offering opportunities for social interaction and constructive, enjoyable activities. Zgola outlines the ways in which a patient’s functional impairment can be assessed; the strengths, ... continue reading

Revised in 2006 for its twenty-fifth anniversary, this best-selling book is the bible for families caring for people with Alzheimer disease, offering comfort and support to millions worldwide. In addition to the practical and compassionate guidance that have made ... continue reading

Written for patients, their families, and caregivers, the practical information here will help readers understand what is physically happening to the brain so they can empower their own special skills and talents throughout the disease process. The ... continue reading

Includes Vital Information on Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) Foreword by John Q. Trojanowski, MD, PhD, Director, Alzheimer’s Disease Center, University of Pennsylvania Hospital Although the public most often associates dementia with Alzheimer’s ... continue reading