Alzheimer's and Other Dementias
Alzheimer's and Dementia
Do you or a love one have the onset of Alzheimer’s? Do you worry that you are in the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s? Do you want more knowledge on how to prevent or slow Alzheimer’s? Or how to communicate with someone who is in the last stages?
Moniteau County Library has a great collection of books dedicated to educating people on ways to prevent, slow, and live with Alzheimer’s. Most people know at least one person who has some form of dementia. Need to better understand the symptoms, treatment, and self-awareness. Alzheimer’s Awareness Month began in November 1983, when President Ronald Reagan recognized the need of information about this disease.
The Validation Breakthrough : simple techniques for communicating with people with Alzheimer's and other dementias
Validation is a practical way of communicating with and managing problem behavior in older adults with Alzheimer's-type dementia. It helps reduce stress, enhance dignity, and increase happiness. Since its inception in 1989, Validation has helped thousands of professional and family caregivers improve their relationships with residents and loved ones with dementia. Caregivers who use these techniques validate older adults' expressed feelings, rather than focusing on disorientation and confusion
The Problem of Alzheimer's : How Science, Culture, and Politics Turned a Rare Disease Into a Crisis and What We Can Do About It
A comprehensive and revelatory book on one of today's most prevalent illnesses. In 2019, 5.8 million Americans had Alzheimer's, and more than half a million will die of Alzheimer's disease dementia. 16 million caregivers are responsible for paying as much as half of the $226 billion annual costs of their care. As more people live beyond their seventies and eighties, the number of patients will rise to an estimated 13.8 million by 2025. Part case studies, part meditation on the past, present and future of the disease, and traces Alzheimer's disease from its discovery and tells the story of the biomedical breakthroughs that may allow it to finally be prevented and treated by medicine. While it is a scathing indictment of our health care system, it is also an argument for how we can live with dementia; the ways patients can reclaim their autonomy and redefine their sense of self, how families can support their loved ones, and the innovative reforms we can make as a society that would give caregivers and patients better quality of life.
The End of Alzheimer's : the First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline
In this paradigm shifting book, Dale Bredesen, MD, offers real hope to anyone looking to prevent and even reverse Alzheimer's Disease and cognitive decline. Revealing that AD is not one condition, as it is currently treated, but three, this outlines 36 metabolic factors (micronutrients, hormone levels, sleep) that can trigger "downsizing" in the brain. The protocol shows us how to rebalance these factors using lifestyle modifications like taking B12, eliminating gluten, or improving oral hygiene.
Dr. Ruth's Guide for the Alzheimer's Caregiver : How to Care for Your Loved One Without Getting Overwhelmed-- and Without Doing it All Yourself
Provides advice to caregivers of Alzheimer's patients discussing how to take care of their own physical and mental health and families while also caring for a dependent adult.
The Healthy Brain Book : An All-Ages Guide to a Calmer, Happier, Sharper You
The brain is a complex organ, responsible for our thoughts, our feelings, our hopes and dreams. It's also vulnerable to a host of ailments that negatively impact quality of life, from disorders such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD that can strike at any time to illnesses of aging like Alzheimer's and dementia. The good news is, this diverse set of mental and emotional challenges all stem from the same cause: imbalance in the brain. And getting your brain back in balance, without medication, or in partnership with it, is easier than you think.
The Problem of Alzheimer's : How Science, Culture, and Politics Turned a Rare Disease Into a Crisis and What We Can Do About It
A comprehensive and revelatory book on one of today's most prevalent illnesses. In 2019, 5.8 million Americans had Alzheimer's, and more than half a million will die of Alzheimer's disease dementia. 16 million caregivers are responsible for paying as much as half of the $226 billion annual costs of their care. As more people live beyond their seventies and eighties, the number of patients will rise to an estimated 13.8 million by 2025. Part case studies, part meditation on the past, present and future of the disease, and traces Alzheimer's disease from its discovery and tells the story of the biomedical breakthroughs that may allow it to finally be prevented and treated by medicine. While it is a scathing indictment of our health care system, it is also an argument for how we can live with dementia; the ways patients can reclaim their autonomy and redefine their sense of self, how families can support their loved ones, and the innovative reforms we can make as a society that would give caregivers and patients better quality of life.
Remember : The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting
Have you ever felt a crushing wave of panic when you can't for the life of you remember the name of that actor in the movie you saw last week, or you walk into a room only to forget why you went there in the first place? If you're over forty, you're probably not laughing. You might even be worried that these lapses in memory could be an early sign of Alzheimer's or dementia. In reality, for the vast majority of us, these examples of forgetting are completely normal. Why? Because while memory is amazing, it is far from perfect. Our brains aren't designed to remember every name we hear, plan we make, or day we experience. Just because your memory sometimes fails doesn't mean it's broken or succumbing to disease. Forgetting is actually part of being human.
What You Must Know About Memory Loss & How You Can Stop It : A Guide to Proven Techniques and Supplements to Maintain, Strengthen, or Regain Memory
With over 77 million baby boomers living in the U.S., memory loss is quickly becoming a major issue. Smith discusses why it is important not to simply accept memory loss as a normal part of aging. She presents an in-depth look at the most common causes of these lapses in memory: nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, toxic overload, poor blood circulation, and lack of physical and mental exercise.
Keep Sharp : Build a Better Brain at Any Age
Throughout our life, we look for ways to keep our mind sharp and effortlessly productive. Now, globetrotting neurosurgeon Dr. Sanjay Gupta offers insights from top scientists all over the world, whose cutting-edge research can help you heighten and protect brain function and maintain cognitive health at any age. Keep Sharp debunks common myths about aging and cognitive decline, explores whether there's a "best" diet or exercise regimen for the brain, and explains whether it's healthier to play video games that test memory and processing speed, or to engage in more social interaction. Discover what we can learn from "super-brained" people who are in their eighties and nineties with no signs of slowing down, and whether there are truly any benefits to drugs, supplements, and vitamins. Dr. Gupta also addresses brain disease, particularly Alzheimer's, answers all your questions about the signs and symptoms, and shows how to ward against it and stay healthy while caring for a partner in cognitive decline. He likewise provides readers with a personalized twelve-week program featuring practical strategies to strengthen your brain every day. Keep Sharp is the only owner's manual you'll need to keep your brain young and healthy regardless of your age!
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