Alzheimer's For Dummies

"I wish I had this book when my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's.

This is a powerful tool for those who battle this disease."
– Leeza Gibbons

Manage medical, financial, and legal issues

Reassuring ways to take care of your loved one–and yourself

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's? This compassionate guide presents the latest information on the symptoms, diagnosis, stages of the illness, and treatments, as well as the different types of care available.

Discover how to:

Obtain a reliable diagnosis

Evaluate drug therapies

Identify scams and ineffective treatments

Take part in clinical trials

Cope with stress and exhaustion

The Dummies Way

Explanations in plain English

"Get in, get out" information

Icons and other navigational aids

Tear-out cheat sheet

Top ten lists

A dash of humor and fun