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...

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

“#1 International Bestseller, The Neurogenesis Diet and Lifestyle quickly became an international sensation. The book brings together the latest in neuroscience research to present a new and proven approach to brain health and aging." The most important book you’ll read this year. The Neurogenesis Diet and Lifestyle brings together the latest in neuroscience research to present a new and proven view of brain health and aging. Only recently has it been discovered that the brain produces new brain cells throughout our entire lives, a process called neurogenesis. The rate at which we form ...

"WHAT DO I DO NOW"? Is this a question you asked yourself after realizing you had become a caregiver for a loved one diagnosed with a neurological disease? This moment can be extremely stressful and daunting. I know what you are experiencing because for five years I was the caregiver for a loved one as she battled Lewy Body Dementia. My book can help you answer the above question by: Giving you an awareness and better understanding of neurological diseases and their effects on the patient. Provide you with knowledge of the medical tests and exams used in establishing a definitive diagnosis....

You have been told there is no cure. That part is true. But the story of dementia research right now is not a story of standing still. It is a story of the most remarkable scientific progress in the history of this disease, and most people living with dementia or caring for someone who is have no idea what is actually happening. Tomorrow's Promise changes that. This book explains, in plain language, what the new FDA-approved Alzheimer's drugs actually do and who they are for. It explains how a simple blood test can now detect Alzheimer's changes in the brain before symptoms begin. It walks ...

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.

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.

Caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease can be overwhelming, confusing, and emotionally draining — especially when you need clear, practical caregiving advice instead of medical jargon. The Dementia Handbook for Caregivers is a comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide for dementia caregivers, family members, and loved ones providing Alzheimer’s care at home.

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.

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Do you feel overwhelmed caring for a loved one with dementia? Are you seeking practical advice, emotional support, and comprehensive insights into dementia care? If so, you're not alone. This book offers professional insights, practical strategies, and empathetic support, providing a comprehensive resource for managing daily challenges and complex legal and financial matters. Whether you're a seasoned caregiver or just starting, this guide offers valuable insights and reassuring guidance, making your caregiving journey less arduous and more rewarding.

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.

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.

Dementia is a cruel disease, and neither this book nor any other make it all better. What this book aims to do, however, is show you that you can live with dementia and that there is life after a diagnosis. While dementia will steal a lot of the elements of your life, it can still leave you with much to be grateful for. Its progress can be delayed. And, ultimately, you and your loved ones can learn how to cope with it.