Alzheimer's: A Caregiver's Guide and Sourcebook Contributor(s): Gruetzner, Howard (Author) |
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ISBN: 0471379670 ISBN-13: 9780471379676 Publisher: Trade Paper Press OUR PRICE: $17.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2001 Annotation: The landmark bestselling guide----now updated with the latest essential information The third edition of this critically acclaimed guide leads you through the realities of caring for a loved one struggling with Alzheimer's. The author, a nationally recognized authority, details the latest developments in treatment and care options and offers helpful, hopeful advice for getting through difficult challenges. Now fully revised and updated, this edition includes new chapters designed to help caregivers cope with stress and depression and offers information on the latest breakthrough research developments and treatments. Alzheimer's speaks directly to your vital concerns, including:
With its sensitive and in-depth examination, Alzheimer's shows how to make the care you give more rewarding and effective and how to make the life of anyone caught in the grip of Alzheimer's more loving and comfortable. "Valuable information for families, friends, and caregivers. . . a concisely written, essential resource."-Booklist |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Health & Fitness | Diseases - Nervous System (incl. Brain) - Medical | Caregiving - Family & Relationships |
Dewey: 362.196 |
LCCN: 01026232 |
Physical Information: 1" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (1.20 lbs) 352 pages |
Themes: - Generational Orientation - Elderly/Aged |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The landmark bestselling guide--now updated with the latest essential information The third edition of this critically acclaimed guide leads you through the realities of caring for a loved one struggling with Alzheimer's. The author, a nationally recognized authority, details the latest developments in treatment and care options and offers helpful, hopeful advice for getting through difficult challenges. Now fully revised and updated, this edition includes new chapters designed to help caregivers cope with stress and depression and offers information on the latest breakthrough research developments and treatments. Alzheimer's speaks directly to your vital concerns, including:
With its sensitive and in-depth examination, Alzheimer's shows how to make the care you give more rewarding and effective and how to make the life of anyone caught in the grip of Alzheimer's more loving and comfortable. |