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 There's Still a Person in There : The Complete Guide to Treating and Coping with Alzheimer's :: 0399526358
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In recent years, remarkable progress has been made in treating, managing, and preventing Alzheimer's. With information about the latest medical advances, coping strategies for caregivers, and affecting accounts from families dealing with this disease, There's Still a Person in There presents a new understanding of Alzheimer's-one that is optimistic, courageous, and comforting.
"One of the best sources of help for Alzheimer's since...The 36-Hour Day. An absolute standout."-Kirkus Reviews
"Reflects the latest thinking in Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, management and care...an important and valuable resource for professionals and families."-David Troxel, MPH, Director, Santa Barbara Alzheimer's Association
"Provide[s] a helpful review of controversial topics such as the use of alternative therapies and potential ways to prevent Alzheimer's...A Must Read."-William E. Haley, Ph.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Gerontology, University of South Florida
"An indispensable guide for patients, caregivers, and anyone who must deal with Alzheimer's disease."-Publishers WeeklyEditorial Descriptions are usually submitted by the manufacturers, publishers and authors. Contact us if you are one of them, and wish to change the above description. |
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Author: Guest
I bought this book because I have an 84 year old father with Alz.
I found it interesting, and not as dry and dull as I had expected. I had a hard time putting it down even though MANY situations describe my family's case very closely and it hit near to my heart.
I recommend this book, even over the 36 HOUR DAY, as very informative. I particularly appreciated the personal stories, but did not care for the technical aspects described. I did learn a lot, and if you are not sure of your "person's" diagnosis, I feel this book just might help you figure out what is wrong. It made me more sure of the dx Alzheimers and skeptical of the dementia diagnosis by some and the nothing wrong diagnosis by other family members.
Good Luck and Lots of Love from me to all who need this book.
lpp 5-6-05
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Author: Guest
A great help to anyone starting down the caregiving journey. Caregivers will benefit from reading how other's have survived their caregiving situations. Insights, solutions and practical advise.
In addition, you may want to read my book, Elder Rage, if you are coping with a challenging elder who is starting to show signs of dementia. Both books will help you cope.
Jacqueline Marcell, Author, Elder Rage, and Host of the Internet Radio Program, Coping With Caregiving.
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Author: Guest
The medical information may be out of date now, but the stories are well worth the price of the book.You think you know Alzheimer's? You don't know Alzheimer's. Read these stories.
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Author: Guest
I was very disappointed in this book. I didn't gain any new information from it. The information was basically a repeat of everything we already know about Alzheimer's Disease.
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Author: Guest
As a social worker, I really treasure books that provide excellent background information while speaking to the issues that people really care about. This book does this and more. It is a comprehensive and exhaustive resource on the current state of Alzheimers research, diagnosis, and treatment and it also provides several real family vignettes that have the realities that many face in an honest and postive (yes positive) manner. For example, it tells the story of a Stanford Professor who is diagnosed with Alzheimers in his late 50s/early 60s and his wife who struggle to care for him and her eventual decision to place her husband in residential care. It also tells of their continued love affair and how both of their lives change and adapt to living with Alzheimers. Of note it include information about wide range of community resources which will surely be helpful to families facing similar circumstances.
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