Dementia Research

Eliminate the fear of dementia and unlock mental clarity for the golden years, even if you've struggled with cognitive decline for years. Are you worried about losing your independence to dementia as the years go by? Have you been overwhelmed by conflicting information that leaves you confused and anxious? Or maybe you're facing early cognitive symptoms and urgently need solutions that work? You are not alone. Many seniors share your fears and concerns, but the promise of a sharper, healthier mind is within reach. Whether you're navigating through the confusion surrounding dementia ...

Jerry Beller wrote the first book covering all significant dementias, which he updates annually. 2022 Dementia Research Overview summarizes dementia research for the entire year, providing an invaluable resource for researchers, physicians, dementia schools, caregivers, and anybody who wants a quick but thorough overview of dementia research over the past year. Impeccably researched and fully cited, Beller provides links to each study for you to read the full studies for the ones you choose. While few have time to read every study, this book covers over one hundred of the most essential ...

A groundbreaking exposé showing how the arts—alongside diet, sleep, exercise and nature—are the forgotten fifth pillar of health. This program is read by the author. From cradle to grave, engaging in the arts has remarkable effects on our health and well-being. Music supports the...

As more of us live longer, the fear of an old age devastated by brain diseases like dementia is growing. Many people are already facing the challenges posed by these progressive and terminal conditions, whether in person or because they are caring for loved ones. Dementia is now the fifth most common cause of death across the world. It is a small wonder that understanding, preventing, and finally curing these illnesses is now a global priority.

Providing dementia care is profoundly stressful for families and caregivers. People with dementia or Alzheimer’s experience emotional distress, which leads to behavioral complications and the need for institutional care. However, if families and caregivers are able to identify the emotional needs caused by dementia and understand which skills are lost and which remain, they can lower the behavioral complications and their own stress.

Emily Clionsky, MD, and Mitchell Clionsky, PhD, are a physician and neuropsychologist couple who have cared for their own parents with dementia, created a test used by doctors to measure cognitive function, and treated more than 25,000 patients with cognitive impairment. In Dementia Prevention, they combine the most current scientific findings about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias with their experience to present a practical guide that empowers you to improve your brain's future.

From the seven health conditions that are often mistaken for Dementia to understanding what causes neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s, Dementia Must-Knows is the only caregiver’s guide to early-stage dementia you need.

How do you grieve for someone who is physically still with you? How do you love them in the right way through that grief and sometimes frustration? Experiencing Dementia is written for the person who is in the wake of despair that the diagnosis of dementia brings. This brief but powerful book will help lead listeners through the needed grieving process.

Introducing "The Patient's Practical Guide: Alzheimer's Disease" – a comprehensive Alzheimer's guide written by an esteemed Board Certified Neurologist. With a decade of experience in treating thousands of patients and actively participating in Clinical Research Trials for a cure, Dr. Durrani provides a wealth of insight and guidance for those embarking on the challenging journey of living with Alzheimer's Disease. This guide is designed as a patient's guide to Alzheimer's, delivering easy-to-understand information about every aspect of the condition, from its history and diagnosis, to ...

Your loved one’s Dementia impairs her ability to think, reason, and remember. Patients no longer recognize reality and often engage in difficult, irrational, and sometimes dangerous behavior.

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As the Baby Boom generation ages, growing numbers of people are impacted by dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related disorders. By the year 2020, 53 million people in the US are expected to be over the age of 65. Accompanying the rise in the older population, the number of people in the US diagnosed with AD is expected to exceed 15 million by 2050, out of a total of 80 million worldwide. Writing with wit and compassion, Dr. Camp aims to help his audience better understand how the disease affects memory, and how memory loss may affect behavior.

Unlock the Truth About Dementia – A Compassionate Guide for Caregivers, Families, and Individuals Are you worried about a loved one’s memory loss? Or perhaps you’re navigating the confusing journey of caregiving? What is Dementia? by registered nurse Diane Carbo offers an essential and empathetic guide to understanding one of the most complex and life-altering conditions facing millions today. In this updated second edition, you’ll discover: ✅ The early signs and symptoms of dementia ✅ The different types of dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Frontotemporal, and more ...

The story of Dr. Mary T. Newport's discovery and use of medium-chain fatty acids, which act like alternative fuel in the Alzheimer's brain, to aid her beloved husband, Steve, created such a stir when the first edition was published in 2011 that a second edition was needed to reflect the most recent developments. Dr. Newport brings the story of Steve's progress up to date and details the most recent research on a variety of topics, including possible causes of Alzheimer's and how infection, inflammation, and genetic makeup may affect an individual's response to fatty acid therapy. 

Discover Practical Strategies to Transform Your Caregiving Journey, Even If You Feel Overwhelmed Right Now. Do you often struggle with unpredictable behaviors? Do you find effective communication with your loved one frustratingly out of reach? Is the shadow of burnout looming as you neglect your own well-being amidst these challenges? If so, you're not alone. Caregivers face these daily battles, yearning for relief, practical guidance, and support. The "Practical Guide for Dementia Caregivers" is a valuable resource for individuals navigating the complexities of dementia caregiving.

55 million people live with dementia worldwide with over 10 million cases every year. The number of dementia cases is expected to rise to 78 million in 2030 and 139 million in 2050. In this book, I will be discussing how to live well with dementia including, how to stimulate your loved one, how to cope with challenging behaviour, how to live with memory loss, and how to promote a healthy lifestyle. I also draw upon my own experience as a dementia adviser and therapy support worker, in spending over ten years working in the health and social care sector. This book aims to support people to ...

Caring for a loved one with dementia comes with unique challenges sometimes at your own expense. You couldn't shake off the feeling any longer. You convince your loved one to get checked after showing multiple signs and symptoms. And as their doctor explains the results, the world around you slows down. Your feelings were correct - your loved one has dementia. And then reality hits: No one in your family has caregiving experience.

The cultural and medical history of dementia and Alzheimer's disease by a leading psychiatrist and bioethicist who urges us to turn our focus from cure to care. Despite being a physician and a bioethicist, Tia Powell wasn't prepared to address the challenges she faced when her grandmother, and...

Navigating the path of dementia can be daunting, but within this book lies a guiding light, a beacon of hope, and a wellspring of practical wisdom for those embarking on this unique journey. "Living with Dementia" is more than a book; it's an essential companion, a comforting hand extended to individuals, families, and caregivers, offering transformative insights and invaluable strategies to make each day a little brighter.

For the millions thrust into the unexpected role of dementia caregiver, this comprehensive guide offers essential support and practical solutions. Whether caring for aging parents, a spouse, or another loved one, you'll find the tools needed to navigate this challenging journey.