Know the symptoms of normal age-related memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s. Plus… the latest treatments to slow cognitive changes.
When you reach middle age, you may lose mental sharpness. Forgetfulness happens to practically everybody as they age. But it doesn’t mean you are on the road to dementia or Alzheimer’s.
The good news is… cognitive changes don’t always lead to dementia.
This authoritative guide from the age-related medical experts at BottomLine Personal provides a detailed, helpful overview of Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, including frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia, Lewy Body dementia, and others.
You’ll discover what is going on in your brain as you age, what is normal forgetfulness and what is not, your risk factors for dementia and Alzheimer’s, specific symptoms to look out for, effective treatments, and when dementia is reversible.
Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias: Understanding this neurological disease and your risk gives you the no-nonsense truth about what may be going on in your brain. Inside you’ll discover:
What’s normal? People of all ages forget things. And while it may feel as if you’re forgetting more as you age, it doesn’t mean you are on the path to dementia. That’s why it’s helpful to explore the relationship between aging, normal cognitive changes, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer’s.
The role of genetics in Alzheimer’s. People often think Alzheimer’s and dementia are the same. But they’re not. Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia. We’ll explore the role and risk factors of brain plaque in developing all types of dementia, as well as the genes that put you at a higher risk for Alzheimer’s. We’ll also consider the pros and cons of genetic testing.
Latest Treatments If you begin experiencing what seems like dementia symptoms, it’s always best to confront them head-on. Early treatment can slow the progress of the disease and give you extra years of memories and clear thinking. We review the latest drugs, promising drugs in the pipeline, and non-drug therapies to help delay and manage symptoms.
Order now for the most up-to-date information on the symptoms, risk factors and effective treatments for Alzheimer’s and other dementias – exclusively from BottomLine’s trusted team of medical experts.
What’s Inside
- What’s normal and what’s not in cognitive decline… and what to do about it
- What is mild cognitive impairment? It’s not dementia but it can still impact your life. Here’s when you should talk to your doctor.
- The role of amyloid plaque that can lead to Alzheimer’s and how to lower your risk of it building up in your brain
- The simple lifestyle, diet and health changes that can lower your risk of Alzheimer’s and other dementias
- 5 non-drug therapies to help maintain independent living and keep precious memories alive
- And more!