Title page; Contents; List of Illustrations; List of Tables; Preface; Chapter 1 What is dementia; Chapter 2 Prevention of Dementia I; Chapter 3 Prevention of Dementia II; Chapter 4 The symptoms and course of dementia; Chapter 5 Types of dementia; Chapter 6 Dementia assessment; Chapter 7 Drug treatments; Chapter 8 Psychological treatments; Chapter 9 Families and other carers; Chapter 10 Community car services; Chapter 11 Residential care; Chapter 12 Ethical and legal issues; Chapter 13 The future; Appendix 1 Australian telephone helplines; Appendix 2 Websites; Appendix 3 Books for carers
Summary
The most contemporary book on dementia with a special focus on Alzheimer's disease. Filled with practical advice on drug treatments, complementary therapies and residential or respite care, Dealing With Dementia will be an invaluable tool for anyone worried about their own symptoms or those of a loved one
