Alzheimer's For Dummies

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By Mark Edwin Kunik and Patricia B. Smith and Mary M. Kenan

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Alzheimer's For Dummies offers a comprehensive guide to understanding Alzheimer's disease, with an emphasis on practical advice and support for both patients and caregivers. The authors provide clear explanations of symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options while also offering tips for coping with daily challenges. This book aims to empower families with the knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the disease with confidence and compassion.
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This book may appeal to you if you're seeking a comprehensive and accessible guide on Alzheimer's, whether for personal understanding or to support a loved one. Its straightforward approach makes complex information digestible, with practical advice for managing symptoms and improving quality of life. Ideal for caregivers, family members, or anyone wishing to understand Alzheimer's better.

Alzheimer's For Dummies

Suitable for those who have a family member or close friend who's suffering from Alzheimer's Disease, this book includes information on: its diagnosis and treatment; maneuvering through medical, legal, and financial tangles; distinguishing AD from other brain diseases and medical conditions; and evaluating various drug therapies.

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"I wish I had this book when my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. This is a powerful tool for those who battle this disease." — Leeza Gibbons

Manage medical, financial, and legal issues with Alzheimer's For Dummies.

Reassuring ways to take care of your loved one and yourself.

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's? This compassionate guide presents the latest information on the symptoms, diagnosis, stages of the illness, and treatments, as well as the different types of care available.

Discover how to:

Obtain a reliable diagnosis
Evaluate drug therapies
Identify scams and ineffective treatments
Take part in clinical trials
Cope with stress and exhaustion

The Dummies Way includes:

Explanations in plain English
"Get in, get out" information
Icons and other navigational aids
Tear-out cheat sheet
Top ten lists
A dash of humour and fun

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780764538995

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 October 2003

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Contributors:

Foreword by Leeza Gibbons
Foreword by Leeza Gibbons

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 476g

Pages: 384

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Dummies Education & Reference Health & Wellness Mark Edwin Kunik Mary M. Kenan Non-Fiction Patricia B. Smith Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Patricia B. Smith is an award-winning medical writer.

Mary Mitchell Kenan, PsyD, is the Director of Education for Baylor College of Medicine’s Alzheimer’s Disease Center.

Mark Edwin Kunik, MD, MPH, is a geriatric psychiatrist at the Houston Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) and Baylor College of Medicine.