A Look Inside Alzheimer's

by Marjorie N. Allen, Susan Dublin, P.J. Kimmerly

A Look Inside Alzheimer's is a captivating read for friends, families and loved ones affected by this mind-robbing disease. Individuals with early-stage Alzheimer's disease will take comfort in the voice of a fellow traveler experiencing similar challenges, frustrations, and triumphs. Family and professional caregivers will be enlightened by this book and gain a better understanding of this unfathomable world and how best to care for someone living in it. Susan and PJ, share their accounts of their own transformation and deterioration with early-onset Alzheimer's Disease and Marjorie shares her perspective as the wife of a person living with Alzheimer's Disease. The book addresses the complexity and emotions surrounding issues such as the loss of independence, unwanted personality shifts, struggle to communicate, and more. The three life-stories intertwined along with boxed quotes from professionals in the field make this book special. "

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a nice starting point for anyone wanting to learn more about Alzheimer's disease. It gives a basic introduction to the disease in language a non medical school graduate can understand.