The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias

Gayatri Devi

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Langue : anglais

Edité par Workman Publishing, 2017

076119309X / 9780761193098

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A neurologist who's been specialising in dementia and memory loss for more than 20 years, Dr. Gayatri Devi rewrites the story of Alzheimer's by defining it as a spectrum disorder - like autism, Alzheimer's is a disease that affects different people differently. She encourages people who are worried about memory impairment toseeka diagnosis, because early treatment will enable doctors and caregivers to manage the disease more effectively through drugs and other therapies. Told through the stories of Dr. Devi's patients, The Spectrum of Hope is the kind of narrative medical writing that grips the reader, humanises the science, and offers equal parts practical advice and wisdom with skilful ease. But beyond the pleasures of great reading, it's a book that offers real hope. Here are chapters on how to maintain independence and dignity; how to fight depression, anxiety, and apathy; how to communicate effectively with a person suffering from dementia. Pius chapters on sexuality, genetics, going public with the diagnosis, even putting together a bucket list - because through her practice, Dr. Devi knows that the majority of Alzheimer's patients continue to live and work in their communities. They babysit their grandkids, drive to the store (or own the store), serve their clients, or otherwise live fulfilling lives. That's news that 5 million people are waiting to hear. …

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Titre
The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias
Auteur
Gayatri Devi
Éditeur
Workman Publishing
Année de publication
2017
État de l'article
Very Good
Reliure
Hardback
Langue
anglais
ISBN à 10 chiffres
076119309X
ISBN à 13 chiffres
9780761193098

World of Books (was SecondSale)

Montgomery, IL, Etats-Unis

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