The Key Facts on Alzheimer's Disease provides readers with essential, easy-to-read information on Alzheimer's Disease. Compiled in a simplified manner, this guide helps patients navigate this painful and debilitating diseases without enduring the complicated nature of medical terminology. By making a patient-friendly manual to the causes, symptoms, treatment, and ongoing research of Alzheimer's Disease, one can easily determine what they are facing and how to live their life to the fullest.

Medical Implications of Basic Research in Aging provides a sampling of the most important discoveries of the past several years relevant to aging research in the context of enhancing life- and healthspan. Have you ever wondered if there is anything that you can do to slow aging or prevent diseases associated with aging? Are you interested in enhancing your health based on the latest scientific discoveries? Are you a biohacker experimenting on your own body in an attempt to live longer? Assembled in this volume are a number of the commentaries that previously appeared in the scientific journal Rejuvenation Research. The presentations are clearly written and accessible to those with a general background in biology and medical science. An overview summarizes the articles for the informed layman. Thorough referencing provides an opportunity for further in-depth reading.

Providers serving older adults face a growing problem. Older adults are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with service quality citing deficits in provider communication and relationship skills. The author argues this dissatisfaction is largely related to three widespread issues: ageism, use of professional jargon, and age-related changes in the older adult. To address these concerns, Dr. Storlie advocates adoption of an evidence-based, person-centered approach to communication. The benefits of person-centered communication are many. They can increase older adult satisfaction with provider services, enhance mutual respect and understanding, improve accuracy of information exchanged, positively impact service outcomes, increase compliance with provider recommendations, and reduce the frustration and stress often experienced by both provider and older adult. Rare to this genre, readers are introduced to several under-explored topics within the field of communication, along with methods for applying concepts from research findings into these topics to enhance the quality of interpersonal communication. Topics include the role of mental imagery in the communication process, the influence of neurocardiology on relationships, and controversial findings from research into quantum physics. The book concludes by highlighting progress made in narrowing the interpersonal communication gap and forecasts how communications-oriented technological advances might improve quality of life for 21st century older adults and the providers who serve them. Utilizing interdisciplinary case studies to illustrate common problematic situations, this book provides detailed exercises that explain how providers can integrate person-centered communication into their practices to improve provider-older adult interactions. Written in a style designed to maximize learning, it helps providers find the information they need, understand what they read, and apply what they've learned to improve professional communication. Person-Centered Communication with Older Adults is an essential guide for today's healthcare professionals and other aging-services providers, and also for the educators who help to prepare the providers of tomorrow.

Current projections indicate that by 2050 the number of people aged over 80 years old will rise to 395 million and that by this date 25-30% of people over the age of 85 will show some degree of cognitive decline. Palliative care for older people: A public health perspective provides a comprehensive account of the current state of palliative care for older people worldwide and illustrates the range of concomitant issues that, as the global population ages, will ever more acutely shape the decisions of policy-makers and care-givers. The book begins by outlining the range of policies towards palliative care for older people that are found worldwide. It follows this by examining an array of socio-cultural issues and palliative care initiatives, from the care implications of health trajectories of older people to the spiritual requirements of palliative care patients, and from the need to encourage compassion towards end-of-life care within communities to the development of care pathways for older people. Palliative care for older people: A public health perspective is a valuable resource for professionals and academics in a range of healthcare and public health fields to understand the current state of policy work from around the world. The book also highlights the social-cultural considerations that influence the difficult decisions that those involved in palliative care face, not least patients themselves, and offers examples of good practice and recommendations to inspire, support, and direct healthcare policy and decision-making at organisational, regional, national and international levels.

Strukturwandel landlicher Raume und demographischer Wandel schlagen sich in regionalen Wanderungen, wirtschaftlichen Schrumpfungs- und Konzentrationsprozessen sowie Problemen bei der kunftigen Versorgung alterer Menschen nieder. Daraus ergeben sich neue Herausforderungen fur die familialen Generationenbeziehungen und regionalen Versorgungsstrukturen, die politische Gestaltung sowie Finanzierung dieser Veranderungen. Betroffen sind grundsatzlich die Lebenslagen aller Generationen in den jeweiligen Regionen. Es ergeben sich aber zugleich neue Chancen und Potentiale, die ein steigender Anteil alterer Menschen mit zunehmend besserer Gesundheit, durchschnittlich hoeherer Bildung und - im Vergleich zu fruheren Zeitpunkten - materiell weitgehend gesicherten Lebenslagen mit sich bringt.

Die Biografie Johann Sebastian Bachs wird unter dem Gesichtspunkt der Resilienz betrachtet: Wie ist es dem grossen Komponisten gelungen, trotz zahlreicher Verluste, Ruckschlage und Grenzsituationen sein ausserordentliches schoepferisches Potenzial zu entfalten? Inwieweit sind Bezuge zwischen der Entwicklung in verschiedenen Lebensabschnitten und einzelnen Werken erkennbar? Lasst sich das Leben Bachs selbst als "Werk" interpretieren? Nach einem UEberblick uber psychologische Resilienzforschung werden der fruhe Verlust seiner Eltern, der Tod seiner ersten Frau und die von gesundheitlichen Einschrankungen und dem Verlust der Sehfahigkeit gepragte letzte Lebensphase Johann Sebastian Bachs untersucht. Dabei wird deutlich, dass es ihm bis ans Ende seines Lebens gelungen ist, sein schoepferisches Potenzial in seinem Werk wie auch in seiner Lebensfuhrung zu verwirklichen, wobei seiner religioesen Bindung besondere Bedeutung zukommt.

The focus of this book is on the aging male, though I suspect the significant other will be most interested as well. It is a collection of anecdotes, advice and reminisences gathered over 50 years of medical care. You will not find any astounding revelations here. The content, though known, wasn't appreciated as much til the author entered the hallowed halls of old farthood himself. He is an avuncular storyteller and had a lot of fun in the writing of these very readable pages.

Most social studies of older people in the United States have focused upon problems and conditions encountered in urban centers. In Older Rural Americans sixteen social scientists representing various regions examine in depth the circumstances of older people in rural America. The authors first consider older people in the contexts of work, the family, and the community, discussing their social outlook, their place in these contexts, and the profound changes they face as they move away from an active part in these areas of life. Later chapters analyze the distribution of the rural aged population and their economic, housing, and health status. Of particular interest are essays treating the place and condition of older rural people in three major subcultures of the United States -- the American Indian, the Spanish-speaking people of the Southwest, and African Americans. Finally, the authors trace the development of local, state, and federal programs designed to assist the aged. The authors argue that an understanding of rural life some sixty years ago is of the utmost importance, for it is the values of that time that have largely formed the attitudes and outlooks of today's rural aged.

People are living longer and the population over the age of 60 is burgeoning, with repercussions for health services and healthcare expenditure in developed countries. Crucially, disease aetiology, diagnosis, and treatment in older people differ from the general adult population. Older people often have complicated co-morbidities and respond to treatment in different ways compared to younger people. Evidence of efficacy of different treatments is often lacking because older people are under-represented in clinical trials, and the specific needs of older people are rarely discussed specifically in more general texts. Geriatric medicine: an evidence based approach is a clinical reference for health care professionals who manage older patients, and summarizes up-to-date research literature in a style that can be directly applied by busy healthcare professionals and provide a useful resource for reference.

Never in human history have there been so many people entering old age-roughly one-third of whom will experience some form of neurodegeneration as they age. This seismic demographic shift will force us all to rethink how we live and deal with our aging population. Susan H. McFadden and John T. McFadden propose a radical reconstruction of our societal understanding of old age. Rather than categorizing elders based on their cognitive consciousness, the McFaddens contend that the only humanistic, supportive, and realistic approach is to find new ways to honor and recognize the dignity, worth, and personhood of those journeying into dementia. Doing so, they argue, counters the common view of dementia as a personal tragedy shared only by close family members and replaces it with the understanding that we are all living with dementia as the baby boomers age, particularly as early screening becomes more common and as a cure remains elusive. The McFaddens' inclusive vision calls for social institutions, especially faith communities, to build supportive, ongoing friendships that offer hospitality to all persons, regardless of cognitive status. Drawing on medicine, social science, philosophy, and religion to provide a broad perspective on aging, Aging Together offers a vision of relationships filled with love, joy, and hope in the face of a condition that all too often elicits anxiety, hopelessness, and despair.

The growing geriatric population in the United States has created an increasing need for palliative medicine services across the range of medical and surgical specialties. Yet, palliative medicine lacks the resources to carry such a workload itself. Geriatric Palliative Care addresses this need by encouraging individual specialties to "own" the management of elderly with the same vigor as they "own" other key management competencies within their specialty. This clinically focused and highly practical handbook, which compliments the more comprehensive text Geriatric Palliative Care by Sean Morrison and Diane Meier (Oxford University Press, 2003), encourages this process of learning and ownership across many medical specialties. Designed to be readable and easily accessible to a range of health care providers, Geriatric Palliative Care outlines specific strategies for caring for specific palliative care issues common in elderly patients. The handbook also provides evidence based advice for helping patients, relatives, and staff cope with such issues as polypharmacy, dementia and consent, multiple pathologies, home care, elderly caregivers, and supporting the elderly in the place where they would like to be.

Today, China's elderly population is approaching a staggering 170 million and in 2025 it will exceed 250 million. This demographic fact coupled with a growing Chinese middle class, have combined to make the senior living business one of the most dynamic new industries on the Mainland. There is a lot that Westerners can do here...and a lot they will not be able to do. The extent to which Western experts in geriatrics and those in the business of health care can participate in this extraordinary industry depends on one's ability to do business the Chinese-way. And what doing business the Chinese-way actually means is not easily defined but requires a cultural awareness that comes only with time spent in China and, of course, that elusive quality of effective cross-cultural relationships, patience. Enter the Ageing Dragon... is an insightful chronicle of one man's experience in the senior living business in China from its very inception...his views on its future development and more importantly, how he was successful. A gifted story teller with intuitive multicultural business instincts, the author artfully narrates the story through the entertaining lens of classical movies about China. Advance praise from global senior living industry leaders ..".Cole's informed and often humorous observations on senior living in China are both timely and extremely helpful...he helps us understand this unique market " Brad Perkins, FAIA MRAIC AICP- Chairman/CEO - Perkins Eastman (USA) "I was deeply moved by Bromme's understanding, profound grasp and broad sympathy toward the plight of aged population in China" Yue Tang - Partner, JuneHe Law Firm (China) "Felicitations Bromme ...une brillante analyse " Pascal Brunelet - CEO, Colisee Patrimoine (France) "An immensely valuable resource for senior living in China...very insightful...prescient...Bromme understands China to a T " Kevin Ryan - CEO, Waterbrook Senior Living (Australia) ..".I found Cole's new book not only entertaining but also quite informative David Freshwater - Chairman, The Freshwater Group (USA)

This volume is the result of a lifetime of personal research into human wellness. It naturally considers all the implications of human illness as well. The chapters offer a kaleidoscope of training programs previously offered to thousands of healthcare professionals in hospitals, nursing homes and rehab centers in the New England Area. The topics range of nursing home placement to spirituality as life meaning, to depression and suicide in the elderly. It is meant to contribute to the modern challenge of longevity, living longer with greater meaning.

Managing Geriatric Health Services provides an overview of the many disciplines related to geriatric health administration as well as specialty topics in long-term care. Ideal for students studying geriatric health services administration, as well as active professionals currently working in the field, Managing Geriatric Health Services thoroughly examines core topics such as administration, nursing, and rehabilitative therapies. It also covers specialty topics, including spirituality, dementia, quality assurance, oral history, and ethical issues. This text examines the various jobs within the continuum of care from an administrative and management standpoint, and also looks at the various roles or disciplines within long-term care and the specific challenges to each. With contributions from experienced professionals in the field, this book includes an entire section of interdisciplinary case study examples and reflection exercises. Individual chapters include learning objectives, key terms, chapter-specific case studies, and chapter summaries, Key Features: * Discussion questions in each chapter engage the reader in learning and understanding the topics presented. * Interdisciplinary case studies allow the reader to see the practical application of the concepts presented. * Chapters are supported by current research from prominent experts in the field. * A unique chapter on Oral Histories explores the aging process and the value of reminiscing. Instructor Resources: PowerPoint LEcture Slides, Test Bank

Old age is associated with a number of medico-social problems such as: hypertension, diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, osteoarthritis, tremor, pain, gait and balance impairment, incontinence, urinary tract infection, sarcopenia, osteoporosis, polypharmacy, pressure ulcers, sleeping problems, cardiocerebrovascular disorders, fluid and electrolyte disturbance, nutritional disorders, immunisation and disease prevention rehabilitation and care. The management of these problems differs significantly between younger and older adults. All of these problems are evaluated in this book in two parts with the contributions of experienced clinicians and researchers. In addition, cellular aging, comprehensive geriatric assessments, and medicolegal and ethical principles in geriatric medicine are also evaluated. This book will be a valuable tool for all clinicians involved in the management of elderly people.

Do you or someone you know have a diagnosis of Diabetes ? Has the process of monitoring the blood sugar been taught? or even the procedure for self administering insulin injections? Has there been a diet regimen that was prescribed to stabilize the glucose fluctuations? Or perhaps an exercise program that aims to reduce weight? Diabetes is a chronic condition that disrupts the aging process. It destroys a happy lifestyle and threatens to injure the human body. People actively engaging in self-care manage their blood sugar levels and keep diabetes from disrupting their happy lifestyle. This book disseminates the information needed to manage the chronic condition of diabetes for older adults. It covers the fundamentals of diabetes such as classifications and differentiation, causes and risks, pathophysiology, diagnostic tests, treatment modalities, diet regimen, beginners exercises, diabetic recipes with pictures, nutrient values of foods, normal process of aging, reading food labels and so much more... The chapters in this book are: Chapter 1: The Biological Changes in the Aging Process Chapter 2: The Cognitive Changes in the Aging Process Chapter 3: The Theories of aging Chapter 4: Understanding Pre-diabetes Chapter 5: The Definition and Classification of Diabetes Mellitus Chapter 6: The Pathophysiology, Causes and Signs and Symptoms Of Diabetes Mellitus Chapter 7: The Complications of Diabetes Mellitus Chapter 8: Diagnosing Diabetes Mellitus Chapter 9: Managing Diabetes Mellitus with Medications Chapter 10: The Food Nutrients: Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins and Minerals Chapter 11: Managing Diabetes Mellitus with Diet Chapter 12: Diabetic Recipes with Pictures Chapter 13: Managing Diabetes Mellitus with Activities and Exercises Chapter 14: Managing Diabetes Mellitus with Lifestyle Modification Appendix: Food Values of Common Foods

The book provides a comprehensive overview to understanding the integrated impact of the concepts of cellular and molecular aspects, models, environmental factors, and lifestyle involved in premature aging. Additionally, it examines how functional food, dietary nutraceuticals or pharmacological compounds can reverse inflammation and premature aging based on personalized medicine. This book is a valuable resource for health professionals, scientists and researchers, nutritionists, health practitioners, students and for all those who wish to broaden their knowledge in the allied field.
Includes models of aging, including worm, mouse and humanExplores the relationship of inflammation with diseases, including ocular health, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, and muscle healthEncompasses a variety of lifestyle impacts, including diet, exercise and nutritionIncludes suggested nutritional interventions

As communication skills decline in people with dementia, a supportive environment becomes crucial to a resident's ability to express needs and desires. But how do you recognise what physical and social changes will help improve functioning, communication, and quality of life? The Environment & Communication Assessment Toolkit (ECAT) for Dementia Care is your answer. This evidence-based toolkit includes the tools you need to assess, intervene, and modify on an individualised basis to ensure the quality of life for people with dementia. Use the validated Assessment Forms, and in three easy-to-follow steps you will be able to assess activity performance with quick yes/no questions; evaluate the environment to identify barriers and problems; and pinpoint individualised recommendations for intervention. ECAT's developers are researchers and experienced clinicians who have made sure that ECAT integrates effortlessly into evaluation and treatment sessions; helps keep up case load demands with creative solutions; satisfies regulatory requirements; leads to straightforward functional therapeutic interventions; and identifies low-cost, person-centred environmental modifications. ECAT for Dementia Care has more than 300 specific recommendations for interventions and modifications that will reduce typical problems encountered during routine activities of daily living for people with dementia. With the ECAT's functionally based assessment and intervention system, you will be fully equipped with solutions. Environment & Communication Assessment Toolkit for Dementia Care Toolkit (ECAT) Card Pack contains 25 cards (24 full-colour Sequencing Cue Cards and 1 double-sided single colour card (Gray Scale Contrast Tool and Type Size Reading Test).

Patients suffering from cerebrovascular disease pose many clinical challenges and even experienced clinicians can arrive at the point where diagnostic, work-up, treatment, or prognostic thinking falters. Authored by a vascular neurologist whose work spans the entire spectrum of this group of brain dysfunctions, Cerebrovascular Disease helps clinicians evaluate and manage patients suffering from stroke, embolism, thrombosis, hemorrhage, and other critical presentations. In a medical field where it's often difficult to distill the vast array of research and apply it in any meaningful clinical way, this next volume in the "What Do I Do Now?" series focuses on walking the clinician through evidence-based decision-making. Each clinical scenario featured in Cerebrovascular Disease describes in careful detail the presentation, diagnostic studies, treatment options, and rationale for handling these tricky cases.

Neuroinfections presents 35 subjects, each with a different neurologic infectious or inflammatory disorder. A short vignette provides salient clinical symptoms and signs, laboratory studies, spinal fluid and imaging findings for each patient. A highly focused discussion leads the reader to the final diagnosis. Important features of the history, neurologic examination, findings on CSF and imaging are emphasized. There is no other book that provides a careful case description that includes all the neurologic features of 19 neurologic diseases produced by virus, as well as cases of bacterial meningitis and other infections produced by spirochetes, protozoans and prions, as well as inflammatory diseases of the nervous system of unknown etiology. A unique feature of the book is that every patient described is a real-time case that the author has seen or on whom he provided consultation. Anyone who reads every case in this book will know the essentials needed to diagnose and care for patients with infectious or inflammatory diseases of the nervous system.