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100 Questions & Answers About Alzheimer's & Dementia For Dummies
Simon Poole (Author)
9781394368617, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 26 February 2026
144 pages
21.3 x 13.5 x 1.3 cm, 0.136 kg
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. 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 Part 2: Coping with Alzheimer's and Dementia 35 CHAPTER 5: Living with Alzheimer's or Dementia 37 Part 3: Supporting Someone with Alzheimer's or Dementia 65 CHAPTER 8: Helping Someone Live with Alzheimer's or Dementia 67 Part 4: Social, Cultural, and Spiritual Considerations 101 CHAPTER 12: Social and Cultural Implications 103 Index 117
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
CHAPTER 6: Considering Treatment Options 51
CHAPTER 7: Staying Informed and Participating in Research 57
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
CHAPTER 13: Spiritual Considerations 107
CHAPTER 14: Challenges and Awareness 111
Subject Areas: Medicine: general issues [MB]
