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    When Reasoning No Longer Works: A Practical Guide for Caregivers Dealing with Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
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    When Reasoning No Longer Works: A Practical Guide for Caregivers Dealing with Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
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    When Reasoning No Longer Works: A Practical Guide for Caregivers Dealing with Dementia & Alzheimer's Care

    By Angel Smits

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    In a world where family members are increasingly being asked to be caregivers to their family members with Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia, where do they go to find the training and information to take on this new and complex job?  When Reasoning No Longer Works is the training manual these family caregivers have been searching for. 

     

    Written by a Gerontologist with more than twenty years of experience, this reference gives the reader and easy to understand view of what dementia does to the brain, how it is diagnosed, and most importantly, how to deal with its effects. 

     

    Bulleted lists clearly explain:

     

    •  How to avoid a catastrophic reaction
    •  Specific approaches for aggressive behavior
    •  How to deal with disruptive behaviors
    •  Ways to diminish wandering
    •  What to do when a wanderer is missing
    •  When to look for outside help


    You'll also follow the story of Lou and Rose, a couple who share their lives with Alzheimer's disease. Together, they find the answers to questions caregivers and victims are sometimes afraid to ask. (with foreword by Dr. Randall J. Bjork)

    "Sixteen years ago, my father, Charles, died as the result of AD. For many years to come, I knew that I had failed him. I wish I knew then what I read about now in When Reasoning No Longer Works. The stress of living with an Alzheimer's patient in the family can be heart-wrenching, but this book provides hope and help." — Jeanie M, daughter and caregiver

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherParker Hayden Media
    Release dateJun 2, 2017
    ISBN9781941528082
    Author

    Angel Smits

    Angel Smits’ background as a geriatric Social Worker has given her a glimpse into many varied lives and generations. She finds her characters and stories in the people she’s met. Angel has received the Romance Writers of America’s Golden Heart award and previously published two paranormal romances as well as many non-fiction articles. Angel lives in Colorado with her husband and her soon-to-be-moved-out son and daughter. The cat and dog plan to stay.

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