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xiii Contents Letter to the Reader Acknowledgements Introduction SECTION A: Tips to Make Life Easier During the Progression of Alzheimer's Disease Chapter I: Pre-Alzheimer's Stage -- Wonder and Worry Scenario Overview of the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage The Key Functions of the Brain in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage 1. Memory in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage 2. Language in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage 3. Complex Tasks in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage 4. Social Skills in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage 5. Judgment/Reasoning in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage 6. Ambulation in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage 7. Senses in the Pre-Alzheimer's Stage Is it Old Age or Dementia? What is Alzheimer's disease? A Doctor's Perspective of preserved skills and functions A Caregiver's Perspective of preserved skills and functions A Life-Altering Experience Chapter II: Early-to-Mild Stage / Something's Going Wrong Scenario Overview of the Early-to-Mild Stage Changes in the Brain in the Early-To-Mild Stage Tips to Assist the Caregiver During the Early-To-Mild Stage xiv 1. Memory in the Early-To-Mild Stage 2. Language in the Early-To-Mild Stage 3. Complex Tasks In the Early-To-Mild Stage 4. Social Skills in the Early-To-Mild Stage 5. Judgment/Reasoning in the Early-To-Mild Stage 6. Ambulation in the Early-To-Mild Stage 7. Senses in the Early-To-Mild Stage Chapter III: Moderate Stage / So Many Changes Scenario Overview of the Moderate Stage Changes in the Brain in the Moderate Stage Tips to Assist the Caregiver in the Moderate Stage 1. Memory in the Moderate Stage 2. Language in the Moderate Stage 3. Complex Tasks in the Moderate Stage 4. Social Skills in the Moderate Stage 5. Judgment/Reasoning in the Moderate Stage 6. Ambulation in the Moderate Stage 7. Senses in the Moderate Stage Chapter IV: Severe Stage -- Making Every Moment Count Scenario Overview of the Severe Stage Changes in the Brain in the Severe Stage Tips for Caregivers in the Severe Stage 1. Memory in the Severe Stage 2. Language in the Severe Stage 3. Complex Tasks in the Severe Stage 4. Social Skills in the Severe Stage 5. Judgment/Reasoning in the Severe Stage 6. Ambulation in the Severe Stage 7. Senses in the Severe Stage xv SECTION B: Helpful Information Concerning Alzheimer's Disease or Related Dementia That is Not Stage-Specific 1. When do you tell others you or your Loved One has Alzheimer's disease? 2. What should I do if the person I'm caring for lives in another state? 3. How can "Family Forums" be useful during the caregiving process? 4. What are some key financial issues to consider during the progression of Alzheimer's disease? 5. What are some key legal issues to consider during the progression of Alzheimer's disease? 6. What role can medications and other illnesses play in the progression of Alzheimer's disease? 7. How do you know when it is time to change the living circumstances for the person with Alzheimer's disease? 8. How does the living environment affect the person with Alzheimer's disease? 9. How can caregivers to persons with Alzheimer's disease learn to be comfortable in their ever-changing roles? 10. How can you make the holidays enjoyable and memorable? 11. How do you tell young children that a family member has Alzheimer's disease? 12. How are the spiritual dimensions of persons with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers, family members, and friends affected during the Alzheimer's disease process? xvi SECTION C: Resources Available for Those Affected With Alzheimer's Disease, Their Caregivers, Family Members, and Friends A. What local resources are available? B. Webliography: Alzheimer's Disease Information on the Internet 1. Where can I find general information on the Internet about my health? 2. Are there web sites that are devoted just to Alzheimer's disease? 3. What is early-onset Alzheimer's disease? 4. Are there web sites that provide information for specific racial/ethnic groups? 5. How can I find web sites that focus on other issues dealing with senior health concerns? 6. Are there programs that provide financial help for doctor's visits, prescriptions, and other types of assistance that I might qualify for? 7. Are there newsletters or e-mail alerts I can receive to keep me up-to-date on the latest information on Alzheimer's disease? 8. How can I do research on my own to find more scientific findings on Alzheimer's disease? 9. How can I obtain the articles once I get their citations? 10. Where can I find support group information? 11. Where can I find information on hospice and palliative care? 12. Where can I find information on spirituality?
Library of Congress Subject Headings for this publication:
Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's disease -- Patients -- Care.
Caregivers.