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Understanding Alzheimer's : An Introduction for Patients and Caregivers by Naheed Ali (2012, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherRowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN-101442217537
ISBN-139781442217539
eBay Product ID (ePID)113492010
Product Key Features
Number of Pages382 Pages
Publication NameUnderstanding Alzheimer's : an Introduction for Patients and Caregivers
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2012
SubjectNeurology, Mental Health, Diseases / Alzheimer's & Dementia
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaHealth & Fitness, Psychology, Medical
AuthorNaheed Ali
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight17.8 Oz
Item Length9.3 in
Item Width6.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2012-013305
ReviewsAli (Diabetes and You: A Comprehensive, Holistic Approach) has produced a work that clearly demonstrates his enthusiasm both for the topic and for research. Lists of resources are included., The landscape of dementia is both terrifying and mystifying for clients, caregivers, and families. This book goes a long way toward orienting readers from all walks of life to the journey upon which they have unwillingly embarked along with the affected loved one or family member.|9781442217539|, Understanding Alzheimer's: An Introduction for Patients and Caregivers is a remarkably-organized and astoundingly well-researched guidebook for one of the world's foremost growing concerns. Dr. Ali has presented us with a tome that is a road map of hope for patients as well as all types of caregivers of patients afflicted with Alzheimer's. His realistic, practical approaches in dealing with this initially frightening diagnosis should bring a degree of peace and solace to all of us. He includes a wealth of information about alternative approaches, new treatments, and the most up-to-date research available., "Ali (Diabetes and You: A Comprehensive, Holistic Approach) has produced a work that clearly demonstrates his enthusiasm both for the topic and for research. Lists of resources are included." -- Library Journal "The landscape of dementia is both terrifying and mystifying for clients, caregivers, and families. This book goes a long way toward orienting readers from all walks of life to the journey upon which they have unwillingly embarked along with the affected loved one or family member." --Sam Gandy, M.D., Ph.D., director, Mount Sinai Center for Cognitive Health, Mount Sinai Chair in Alzheimer's Disease Research "Understanding Alzheimer's: An Introduction for Patients and Caregivers is a remarkably-organized and astoundingly well-researched guidebook for one of the world's foremost growing concerns. Dr. Ali has presented us with a tome that is a road map of hope for patients as well as all types of caregivers of patients afflicted with Alzheimer's. His realistic, practical approaches in dealing with this initially frightening diagnosis should bring a degree of peace and solace to all of us. He includesa wealth of information about alternative approaches, new treatments, and the most up-to-date research available." --Moshe Lewis, M.D., M.P.H., Chief, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehab, California Pacific Medical Center, St. Luke's Campus "In his most recent work, Understanding Alzheimer's, Dr. Naheed Ali provides a much anticipated explication of Alzheimer's disease. The book offers a clear but detailed presentation of the factors that contribute to the disease, both chemical and structural, with a keen eye towards the types of evaluation or treatment a physician may conduct or prescribe. The book is unquestionably a very thorough and comprehensive discussion of Alzheimer's in a single volume and thus, serves as a useful tool to anyone who has a family member with Alzheimer's, who has concerns about developing Alzheimer's later in life, or is a caregiver." --Amanda Itzkoff, M.D., assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, Mount Sinai Hospital "I am recommending this well-organized, tough-hitting new book by Naheed Ali: Understanding Alzheimer's." --Evander Holyfield, Five-time World Heavyweight Boxing Champion, Understanding Alzheimer's: An Introduction for Patients and Caregivers is a remarkably-organized and astoundingly well-researched guidebook for one of the world's foremost growing concerns. Dr. Ali has presented us with a tome that is a road map of hope for patients as well as all types of caregivers of patients afflicted with Alzheimer's. His realistic, practical approaches in dealing with this initially frightening diagnosis should bring a degree of peace and solace to all of us. He includes a wealth of information about alternative approaches, new treatments, and the most up-to-date research available. By way of his thoughtful and logical approach of addressing virtually all aspects of Alzheimer's disease in a comprehensive fashion (including financial, emotional and societal impacts), Dr. Ali is in essence saying, 'It's okay: we're going to get through this together.', I am recommending this well-organized, tough-hitting new book by Naheed Ali: Understanding Alzheimer's., The landscape of dementia is both terrifying and mystifying for clients, caregivers, and families. This book goes a long way toward orienting readers from all walks of life to the journey upon which they have unwillingly embarked along with the affected loved one or family member., In his most recent work, Understanding Alzheimer's, Dr. Naheed Ali provides a much anticipated explication of Alzheimer's disease. The book offers a clear but detailed presentation of the factors that contribute to the disease, both chemical and structural, with a keen eye towards the types of evaluation or treatment a physician may conduct or prescribe. The book is unquestionably a very thorough and comprehensive discussion of Alzheimer's in a single volume and thus, serves as a useful tool to anyone who has a family member with Alzheimer's, who has concerns about developing Alzheimer's later in life, or is a caregiver.
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal616.8/31
Table Of ContentPreface Part I: The Groundwork 1: History of Alzheimer's 2: Anatomy, Pathology, and Physiology of Alzheimer's Part II: The Clinical Picture 3: Causes of Alzheimer's 4: Symptoms of Alzheimer's 5: Diagnosing Alzheimer's Part III: Treatment Options 6: Pharmacological Treatment of Alzheimer's 7: Natural Treatment of Alzheimer's Part IV: Setting the Stage 8: The 3-Stage Model of Alzheimer's 9: The 6-Stage Model of Alzheimer's 10: The 7-Stage Model of Alzheimer's Part V: Other Manifestations 11: Mental Outcomes 12: Diseases Associated with Alzheimer's 13: Pain and Alzheimer's Part VI: Money and Research 14: Economic Effects of Alzheimer's 15: Alzheimer's Disease Research in the United StatesS Part VII: The Personal Quest 16: Diet and Alzheimer's 17: Alzheimer's and Exercise 18: Motivation for Alzheimer's 19: Alzheimer's at Home 20: Conclusion Appendix A: Alzheimer's Disease-Related Links Appendix B: Research and Training Appendix C: Alzheimer's Disease Organizations Appendix D: Nationally Recognized Alzheimer's Clinics Appendix E: Selected Studies Notes Glossary Resources Bibliography Index About the Author
SynopsisUnderstanding Alzheimer's offers patients and caregivers the kind of cutting-edge information that will allow them to combat this debilitating disease on a number of fronts. The book presents the findings of clinical trials and physician studies to provide patients and caregivers a hopeful perspective and practical ways of living with the disease., Although every day we read news reports linking health problems to diet and lifestyle, there remains significant confusion regarding the onset and progression of Alzheimer s disease. Worldwide, more than 35 million people are currently suffering from Alzheimer s, and that number is expected to increase substantially over the next decade.Understanding Alzheimer s introduces readers to the inner workings of Alzheimer s, how the disease progresses, and what patients and caregivers can do to live with the disease. Following the astonishing path sufferers take from being sharp-minded to cognitively impaired, the book reveals how patients and their loved ones can cope with its mental, physical, and economic effects. Dr. Naheed Ali sifts through the information currently available on Alzheimer s to clearly and accessibly illustrate how Alzheimer s works, how we can prevent it, and how we can address it once symptoms begin to appear. Covering diet and lifestyle, medical interventions and the stages of Alzheimer s, he draws readers into a fuller understanding of the disease. Providing an accessible starting point for anyone wishing to learn more about Alzheimer s, this book will prove to be an indispensable resource.", Although every day we read news reports linking health problems to diet and lifestyle, there remains significant confusion regarding the onset and progression of Alzheimer's disease. Worldwide, more than 35 million people are currently suffering from Alzheimer's, and that number is expected to increase substantially over the next decade.Understanding Alzheimer's introduces readers to the inner workings of Alzheimer's, how the disease progresses, and what patients and caregivers can do to live with the disease. Following the astonishing path sufferers take from being sharp-minded to cognitively impaired, the book reveals how patients and their loved ones can cope with its mental, physical, and economic effects. Dr. Naheed Ali sifts through the information currently available on Alzheimer's to clearly and accessibly illustrate how Alzheimer's works, how we can prevent it, and how we can address it once symptoms begin to appear. Covering diet and lifestyle, medical interventions and the stages of Alzheimer's, he draws readers into a fuller understanding of the disease. Providing an accessible starting point for anyone wishing to learn more about Alzheimer's, this book will prove to be an indispensable resource., Although every day we read news reports linking health problems to diet and lifestyle, there remains significant confusion regarding the onset and progression of Alzheimer's disease. Worldwide, more than 35 million people are currently suffering from Alzheimer's, and that number is expected to increase substantially over the next decade.Understanding Alzheimer's introduces readers to the inner workings of Alzheimer's, how the disease progresses, and what patients and caregivers can do to live with the disease. Following the astonishing path sufferers take from being sharp-minded to cognitively impaired, the book reveals how patients and their loved ones can cope with its mental, physical, and economic effects. Dr. Naheed Ali sifts through the information currently available on Alzheimer's to clearly and accessibly illustrate how Alzheimer's works, how we can prevent it, and how we can address it once symptoms begin to appear. Covering diet and lifestyle, medical interventions and the stages of Alzheimer's, he draws readers into a fuller understanding of the disease. Providing an accessible starting point for anyone wishing to learn more about Alzheimer's, this book will prove to be an indispensable resource.
LC Classification NumberWT 155
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