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Informationen zum Autor Michele Tagliati, MD is Vice Chair of Neurology and Director of Movement Disorders at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He researches Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. Jo Horne, MA is an experienced author whose credits include Care giving: Helping an Aging Loved One and A Survival Guide for Family Caregivers. Klappentext Maintain a take-charge attitude and live your life to the fullest with Parkinson'sWhether the diagnosis is yours or that of a loved one, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies contains everything you need to know about living with this disease. This book is an easy-to-understand, straightforward, and sometimes humorous guide that offers proven techniques for coping with daily issues, finding the right doctors, and providing care as the disease progresses. This user-friendly guide helps you navigate you through the important steps toward taking charge of your condition. You aren't alone--inside, you'll discover proven coping skills and first-hand advice, along with practical tools that will help you navigate the treatment journey. In classic, compassionate Dummies style, Parkinson's Disease For Dummies will answer all your questions, and guide you through the process of finding your own answers as well.* Keep your mind sharp, stay in shape, and keep your stress under control* Life a full and satisfying life after a Parkinson's diagnosis* Get the most current information on Parkinson's medications and treatments* Learn the best ways to support loved ones living with Parkinson'sWith updates on the latest in alternative treatments, dementia, and young onset PD, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies is here to show you how you can keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life. Zusammenfassung Maintain a take-charge attitude and live your life to the fullest with Parkinson'sWhether the diagnosis is yours or that of a loved one, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies contains everything you need to know about living with this disease. This book is an easy-to-understand, straightforward, and sometimes humorous guide that offers proven techniques for coping with daily issues, finding the right doctors, and providing care as the disease progresses. This user-friendly guide helps you navigate you through the important steps toward taking charge of your condition. You aren't alone--inside, you'll discover proven coping skills and first-hand advice, along with practical tools that will help you navigate the treatment journey. In classic, compassionate Dummies style, Parkinson's Disease For Dummies will answer all your questions, and guide you through the process of finding your own answers as well.* Keep your mind sharp, stay in shape, and keep your stress under control* Life a full and satisfying life after a Parkinson's diagnosis* Get the most current information on Parkinson's medications and treatments* Learn the best ways to support loved ones living with Parkinson'sWith updates on the latest in alternative treatments, dementia, and young onset PD, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies is here to show you how you can keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life. Inhaltsverzeichnis Foreword xvii Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting to Know PD 5 Chapter 1: Parkinson's Disease: The Big Picture 7 Chapter 2: Considering Possible Causes and Risk Factors 19 Chapter 3: Sizing Up Symptoms, Signs, and Stages 33 Part 2: Making PD Part - But Not All - of Your Life 47 Chapter 4: Getting an Accurate Diagnosis 49 Chapter 5: You've Been Diagnosed - Now What? 69 Chapter 6: Drafting Your Healthcare Team and Making a Game Plan 85 Chapter 7: Choosing How and When to Share Your News 101 Chapter 8: Young Onset Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia 113 Part 3: Crafting a Treatment Plan Just for You 131 C...
