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100 Questions & Answers About Alzheimer's & Dementia For Dummies

Poole, Simon

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1. Auflage Februar 2026
144 Seiten, Softcover
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ISBN: 978-1-394-36861-7
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Your Handy Reference for Alzheimer's & Dementia: Popular Questions and Answers

If you or a loved one is dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, or if you simply want to gain a better understanding of these conditions, look no further. 100 Questions & Answers About Alzheimer's & Dementia For Dummies is your complete guide to understanding the causes, signs, and diagnosis of these cognitive disorders. This book contains everything you've been wanting to know about what causes Alzheimer's and dementia and how they can be managed with medical treatments and lifestyle changes.

Designed to be straightforward, this book gets right to the point with short, easy-to-absorb sections. This allows you to quickly find the information you need to support your health and well-being. Whether you prefer to read all the Q&As or jump around to specific topics, this guide is structured to expand your knowledge efficiently.

* Get reliable information on all aspects of Alzheimer's and other causes of dementia

* Discover management strategies and coping tips that can help with quality of life

* Get clear, concise information on how dementia is related to other conditions

* Return to this reliable resource again and again when you have questions

For anyone diagnosed with dementia or supporting a loved one with a diagnosis, 100 Questions & Answers About Alzheimer's and Dementia For Dummies is a reliable, low-pressure place to start.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia 3

CHAPTER 1: Introducing Alzheimer's and Dementia 5
CHAPTER 2: Diagnosing Alzheimer's and Dementia 15
CHAPTER 3: Identifying the Symptoms and the Effects on the Brain 21
CHAPTER 4: Reducing the Risk of Alzheimer's and Dementia 27

Part 2: Coping with Alzheimer's and Dementia 35

CHAPTER 5: Living with Alzheimer's or Dementia 37
CHAPTER 6: Considering Treatment Options 51
CHAPTER 7: Staying Informed and Participating in Research 57

Part 3: Supporting Someone with Alzheimer's or Dementia 65

CHAPTER 8: Helping Someone Live with Alzheimer's or Dementia 67
CHAPTER 9: Ethical and Advocacy Considerations 81
CHAPTER 10: Medical Complications and End-of-Life Care 87
CHAPTER 11: Finding the Support You Need as a Caregiver 95

Part 4: Social, Cultural, and Spiritual Considerations 101

CHAPTER 12: Social and Cultural Implications 103
CHAPTER 13: Spiritual Considerations 107
CHAPTER 14: Challenges and Awareness 111

Index 117
Dr. Simon Poole is a Cambridge, UK-based medical doctor, teacher, and researcher with more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience. A widely published expert, he appears regularly in the media--including print, radio, and television--and has contributed to numerous academic journals. He is the award-winning author of several books, including The Olive Oil Diet, The Real Mediterranean Diet, and Diabetes For Dummies, among others.