Alzheimers - Finding the Words - A Communication Guide for Those Who Care

Informationen zum Autor Harriet Hodgson has been an independent journalist for over 35 years. She is the author of 8 grief resources. Klappentext Former president Ronald Reagan's disclosure of his Alzheimer's disease has helped show the country that Alzheimer's is nothing to be ashamed of and getting it is no one's fault. Alzheimer's is a common condition that currently afflicts 4 million Americans and touches another 20 million family members who care for them.From the point of view of someone who's been there, Alzheimer's: Finding the Words shows family members how the disease affects speech -- and how to communicate with a faltering mind.This helpful communication guide also includes a short-term memory questionnaire, the latest research findings, and insightful interviews with physicians, caregivers, family members, and patients. Inhaltsverzeichnis How Alzheimer's Affects Speech. Changes in Speech Transmission. Changes in Speech Reception. Other Causes of Speech Deterioration. Running Interference. Personal Communication Blockers. Getting Your Message Across. Do You Hear What I Hear? The Challenge. Appendix. Communication Tips. Short-Term Memory Questionnaire. Glossary. Bibliography. About the Author. Index.

Product details

• Authors: Harriet Hodgon, Ann Hodgson, H Hodgson, Harriet Hodgson
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.05.1995
• EAN: 9780471346579
• ISBN: 978-0-471-34657-9
• No. of pages: 240
• Subjects: Guides > Health; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General; Non-fiction book; Medizin und Gesundheit: Ratgeber, Sachbuch, HEALTH & FITNESS / Health Care Issues