Description
Book SynopsisAddresses the psychology and treatment of diseases that affect the memory of an aging population
The aging population is growing, with a significant portion of the population over the age of 65. Epidemiological research suggests that rates of age-related conditions like Alzheimer's disease will increase. Older individuals and their families face a host of problems related to the diagnosis, treatment, and psychological management of these conditions. There is a growing demand for healthcare personnel and professionals in the human and social services who have the knowledge and skills to meet the needs of this special population. Dementia and Memory: Introduction for Professionals in Health and Human Services aims to provide an introduction to dementia and memory disorders for professionals in public health, nursing, social work, gerontology, psychology, and beyond.
This book offers a scientifically rigorous approach with an approachable writing style, making it an
Table of Contents
About the Editors ix
List of Contributors x
Introduction 1
1 Ethical and Social Issues in Dementia Care 5
2 Neuroanatomy and the Aging Brain 20
3 Episodic Memory and Cognition in Normative Aging and Dementia 37
4 Activities of Daily Living: The Role of Rehabilitation Professionals in Dementia Care 55
5 Alzheimer’s Disease 70
6 Vascular Dementia 81
7 Lewy Body Dementia 91
8 Frontotemporal Dementia 101
9 Parkinson’s Disease 115
10 Multiple Sclerosis 127
11 HIV-Associated Dementia and Other HIV-Related Neurocognitive Problems 148
12 Huntington’s Disease 160
13 Overview of Depression in Dementia and Memory 173
14 Partially and Fully Reversible Cognitive Impairment and Dementia 191
15 Prevention and Management of Behavioral Symptoms in Dementia 209
16 Lifestyle Intervention in Dementia: Nutrition and Exercise as Interventions for Dementia Prevention and Management 242
17 Caregiver Stress, Compassion Fatigue, and Caregiver Support 258
18 Diversity in Risk and Response in Dementia and Memory Loss 275
Index 288
