Includes bibliographical references (pages 93-96) and index.
Contents
Introduction / by Carol C. Nadelson -- Alzheimer's disease : an overview -- Two friends -- The critical issues : age and memory -- Understanding the disorder -- The effect on society -- The challenge of diagnosis -- Possible causes of the disease -- Treatment of Alzheimer's disease -- Coping strategies for caregivers.
Summary
Discusses the nature, possible causes, effects on the patient as well as family and friends, and treatment options of this deteriorative disease.
