Reader Notice
Introduction
Chapter 1: Memory Changes in Normal Aging
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
- The Importance of Medical Screening
- Three Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Stage One: Early
- Stage Two: Middle
- Stage Three: Late
Chapter 2: Communication
- Nonverbal Communication
- Verbal Communication and Language Changes
- Communication in Alzheimer’s Disease
- 11 Steps to Improved Communication
Chapter 3: Personal Care
- Common Difficulties
- General Suggestions
- Managing Behavior Problems
- Understanding Problem Behaviors
- Guidelines for Dealing With Problem Behaviors
Chapter 4: Activities
- The Benefits of Activities
- Types of Activities
- Tips and Techniques
Chapter 5: Family Issues
- Common Family Issues
- Immature Promises
- Isolation
- Family Conflicts
- Missing Skills
- Unrelated Problems
- Guilt
- Acting Out Feelings
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