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List of contents
1. A Synthesis of Critical Topics in Alzheimer's Disease Overview and Historic Perspectives 2. Current Research on Alzheimer's Disease in an Historical Perspective 3. A History of the Morphology of Alzheimer's Disease Epidemiology 4. Putative Risk Factors for Alzheimer's Disease 5. Descriptive Epidemiology of Alzheimer's Disease 6. Methods of Screening for Survey Research on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Diagnosis 7. Differential Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease 8. Clinical Assessment of Patient with Dementia 9. The Use of Tests and Instruments in the Evaluation of Patients with Dementia Biological Markers 10. Heterogeneity of Alzheimer's Disease 11. The Neuropathology of Alzheimer's Disease: Diagnostic Features and Standardization 12. Pathology, Neurobiology, and Animal Models of Alzheimer's Disease 13. Neuroimaging Applications for the Study of Alzheimer's Disease Cause(s) 14. Intrinsic Biological Aging as Underlying Pathogenetic Mechanism 15. Cerebral Metabolic Impairments 16. The Metabolism of Apolipoprotein E and the Alzheimer's Diseases 17. Neuroimmune Mechanisms in the Pathogenesis of Alzheimer's Disease 18. Causes of Alzheimer's Disease 19. Trace Elements in Alzheimer's Disease Treatment 20. Clinical Drug Trials in Alzheimer's Disease: Methodological Considerations 21. Pharmacological Approaches to Behavioral Symptoms in Alzheimer's Disease 22. Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease 23. Psychosocial Interventions Care and Management 24. Inappropriate Behavior 25. Managing Problems in Dementia Patients: Depression and Agitation 26. Overview of Psychosocial Factors Contributing to Stress of Family Caregivers 27. The Influence of Social Context on the Caregiving Experience 28. Care for Families Facing Alzheimer's Disease: Primary Care Practice Implications from Research
About the author
Zaven Khachaturian, Ph.D., is co-founder of Khachaturian, Radebaugh & Associates, Inc, an international consulting group focused on the conceptualization, development, and management of large scale research programs in Alzheimer's disease.
Teresa Sluss Radebaugh, Sc.D., is a psychiatrist epidmiologist with a long history of research and research support work in dementias, Alzheimer's disease and gerontology.
Summary
Published in 1996: Alzheimer's disease is characterized by memory disturbances and changes in personality and is associated with aging, although it can occur in people under 65. It is a progressive disease, painful to witness as the patient's health declines. Alzheimer's Disease: Cause(s), Diagnosis, and Care, with its complete and authoritative discussions, will help you understand all facets of this complex disease. This book addresses a broad spectrum of topics ranging from diagnosis, causes, treatment, epidemiology, genetics, risk factors, and care and management. Alzheimer's Disease: Cause(s), Diagnosis, and Care is intended for a diverse audience, including practitioners and students, family members, and everyone who is concerned about this disease.
