| The Encyclopedia of Health - Alzheimer's Disease | The Encyclopedia of Health is a multi - volume set specifically designed to educate young people about basic biology, preventive medicine, medical and surgical treatments and related ethical and public - policy issues. The Alzheimer's Disease volume focuses on giving teenagers information about this disease. |
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This book represents the proceedings of the "Third National Conference on Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia: Problems, Prospects and Perspectives" held on October 12-14, 1988 at Wayne State University in Detroit Michigan. | |
Dr. Edwards describes the researchers' efforts to discover the elusive cause of dementia and explains the profound changes dementia brings to victims' lives. | |
The book concentrates on the background to the disease, its history, epidemiology, aetiology and biological basis. This is followed by detailed accounts of the clinical picture, the diagnostic process and management options, and an overview on the services available to both the patient and carer It also includes a review of the legal and ethical implications of the condition and a look towards future research and clinical advances. | |
The book is designed as an introduction to the field of neuropsychological assessment for the graduate student and as a shelf reference for the practicing clinician. | |
A comprehensive and authoritative account of the latest discoveries on Alzheimer's Disease, written by an international group of authors. |
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