The Small guide to Alzheimer's disease /Gary Small, M.D., and Gigi Vorgan.

Includes bibliographies and index.

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Preface -- Chapter 1: Is It Normal Aging or Something Worse? -- What Is Alzheimer's Disease? -- Common Psychological Reactions to Age-Related Memory Loss -- What's the Difference between Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia? -- Symptoms of Dementia -- Possible Causes of Dementia -- The Brain Ages Gradually -- Common Symptoms of Normal Brain Aging -- Depression and Anxiety Worsen Memory -- Diagnosing Major Depression -- If in Doubt, Just Find Out -- Chapter 2: Seeing the Doctor -- Navigating Denial -- Connecting with a Doctor

Doctors Who Care for Memory-Impaired Patients -- Organizations for Finding a Doctor for Cognitive Issues -- What to Expect at the Doctor's Office -- Summary of Assessment Procedures -- Preparing for the Appointment -- Information Contained in Doctor's Notes -- Medicines That Worsen Memory -- Beware of Anticholinergic Drugs -- Anticholinergic Medicines That May Impair Memory -- The Diagnostic Process -- Features of Different Types of Dementia -- Laboratory and Genetic Testing -- Recommended Laboratory Tests for Assessing Cognition -- Diagnostic Scans -- Discussing the Results of the Evaluation

Chapter 3: The Latest on Medicines and Supplements -- Medicines for Treating Dementia Symptoms -- Drugs for Treating Alzheimer's Symptoms -- Potential Benefits of Dementia Medicines -- Getting Realistic about Alzheimer's Medicines -- Possible Side Effects of Anti-Alzheimer's Medicines -- Treatments for Mood and Behavior Problems -- Potential Benefits and Risks of Supplements -- Anti-inflammatory Supplements -- Antioxidants -- B Vitamins -- Vitamin D -- Melatonin -- Supplements Used for Memory and Brain Health -- Phosphatidylserine -- Huperzine A -- Apoaequorin

Chapter 4: Practical Strategies for Caregivers -- Taking Away the Car Keys -- Signs of Driving Trouble -- Tips for Confiscating the Car Keys -- Dementia and Retirement -- If Dementia Interferes with Work -- Money Matters -- Home Safety Strategies -- Fall Prevention Tips -- Strategies for Reducing Agitation -- Interventions for Reducing Agitation -- Personal Hygiene -- Getting Help -- Options for Hired Caregivers -- Home Alone vs. Senior Living -- Technology to the Rescue -- Chapter 5: The Emotional Roller Coaster of Caregiving -- Coming to Grips: The Five Stages of Caregiving -- Denial

Emotional Turmoil -- Chasing a Cure -- Grief -- Acceptance and Resolve -- Caregiving Can Be Dangerous to Your Health -- Take a Break: Respite Care -- Types of Respite Care -- Getting Real about Caregiver Expectations -- Staying Connected -- Beware of Depression -- Strategies for Beating Depression -- Chapter 6: Lifestyle Habits That Protect Your Brain -- Helping People Change Their Habits -- The Brain-Healthy Lifestyle -- Physical Exercise -- Mental Stimulation -- Exercise Your Neural Circuits -- Computer Brain Training -- Mental Benefits of Technology Use -- Techniques for Improving Memory

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