Is It Alzheimer's?

A renowned medical expert answers your most pressing questions about memory loss, causes of dementia, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and more. Has someone in your family been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease-or are you worried about developing dementia yourself. In this revised second edition of Is It Alzheimer's. , medical expert Dr. Peter V. Rabins educates both new and current readers with updated answers to often-asked questions about memory loss and dementia. Written in a conversational, accessible Q&A style, the book is organized into seven unique sections. This new edition includes improved methods of diagnosis and new therapies and pharmaceutical options. A companion to the best-selling The 36-Hour Day. , which Dr. Rabins coauthored, this book discusses:. - how to distinguish aging-associated memory difficulties from mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and early dementia- how mild cognitive impairment and dementia are diagnosed- what tests are needed to be eligible for recently approved anti-Alzheimer's drugs- what factors influence the progression of dementia- whether it's possible to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or dementia- how to improve the quality of life of people with dementia- how to assess long-term care facilities and nursing homes- available treatments, including medication- how to explain the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and dementia to others- how to provide caregivers with psychological and emotional support- and much more. Aimed at people worried about their memory, as well as friends and family members of the estimated 5. 1 million US adults with dementia, the book offers helpful directions and comfort. Is It Alzheimer's. is a quick, accessible, and essential reference for anyone navigating the confusion of memory loss.