A thorough reference for family members, doctors, and nurses in the care of patients suffering from the deteriorating effects of Alzheimer's disease, this guide directly addresses the trying circumstances that face Alzheimer's patients on a daily basis. The practical information presented includes the medical knowledge about the disease's origins as well as available treatment and care options. Taking a humanistic approach, this manual helps readers to find and adopt the appropriate attitude toward their sick family member and demonstrates the importance of a strong support structure. Recent etiologic and genetic research and new treatment innovations are also discussed. Una referencia completa para familiares de pacientes enfermos, m?dicos, cuidadores y todo el equipo humano encargado de la atenci?n de personas con alteraci?n cognitiva, este libro pr?ctico y c?lido hace frente a la mayor?a de las circunstancias que se presentan en la vida diaria de los pacientes con Alzheimer. Brinda conocimientos pr?cticos que van desde los aspectos m?dicos b?sicos indispensables para entender la problem?tica del paciente hasta las bases del desarrollo humano. Con una visi?n human?stica, la gu?a ayuda a encontrar y adoptar la actitud apropiada ante la situaci?n familiar de la enfermedad, mostrando la enorme importancia del abordaje familiar. Adem?s, incluye los factores descubiertos recientemente en cuanto a etiolog?a, gen?tica y a los nuevos tratamientos propuestos.
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