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OverviewThe comprehensive guide to preventing Alzheimer's and other thinking disorders, from renowned authority Dr Richard Restak How to Prevent Dementia begins with the principle that the more we know about dementia, the easier it is to prevent or delay it. A better foundation of knowledge also helps people to understand and interact thoughtfully with loved ones living with the condition. The book shows that dementias exist on a spectrum, starting with perfectly normal performance and ending at the extremes of mental dysfunction. Dr Restak also provides practical advice on how to reduce your risk of developing the condition, and sheds light on both the positive and more challenging consequences of pioneering new dementia medications that will soon be available. At the end of the book, the reader will understand what practical steps can be taken each day to lessen the odds of dementia, and how to take advantage of new medications, all while gaining a better understanding of thinking, and what it is like to have it falter. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Richard RestakPublisher: Penguin Books Ltd Imprint: Penguin Life Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 23.20cm Weight: 0.280kg ISBN: 9780241688861ISBN 10: 0241688868 Pages: 224 Publication Date: 11 January 2024 Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , General , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviews[A] comprehensive compendium of everything we know about memory and how we might improve it * New Scientist * Our memory defines both who we are and who we think we are. Memory makes us human and explains why one of our greatest fears is the cruel loss of memory associated with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. In this wonderfully lucid and erudite book Richard Restak explains the varied nature of memory, how we can enhance our memory, why memory fails, and the action of aids, that may or may not, enhance our memory. I recommend this book as an essential read for anybody interested in knowing what it is to be human * Russell Foster, Professor of Circadian Neuroscience, University of Oxford and bestselling author of Life Time * Thought provoking .... Tips its hat at some very big ideas * The Times * Drawing on relevant scientific findings, as well as practical wisdom dating back to ancient times, Richard Restak has written a fine and comprehensive book about human memory. Whether you are a cognitive scientist, an interested student, a worried elder, or simply a curious reader, you are likely to marvel at and possibly enhance your mnemonic skills * Howard Gardner, Hobbs Research Professor of Cognition and Education, Harvard University * Author InformationDr Richard Restak is Clinical Professor of Neurology at George Washington University and was previously President of the American Neuropsychiatric Association. He has lectured on the brain and behaviour at the Pentagon and NASA, and written more than 20 books on the human brain, two of which have been New York Times bestsellers. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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