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OverviewAn essential guide to assessing and treating people with dementia syndromes As the number of older adults with dementia continues to skyrocket, every health care professional needs accurate, up-to-date knowledge of these conditions, their prevention, and possible treatments. This compact, evidence-based book discusses essential aspects of the diagnosis, assessment, and interventions of Alzheimer's disease and the syndromes of dementia and mild cognitive impairment. It reviews the diagnostic criteria from the National Institute on Aging, Alzheimer's Association, and the DSM-5 and provides a broad range of treatment options, including psychosocial, educational, and lifestyle interventions. Practitioners will especially appreciate the current overview of caregiver interventions. Practitioners and students alike will find the clear information, the tools for assessment, and other resources provided in this volume extremely useful for helping patients and their families cope with dementia Full Product DetailsAuthor: Benjamin T. Mast , Brian P. YochimPublisher: Hogrefe Publishing Imprint: Hogrefe Publishing Volume: 38 ISBN: 9780889375031ISBN 10: 0889375038 Pages: 88 Publication Date: 31 January 2018 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsPreface 1 Description 1.1 Terminology 1.2 Definition 1.2.1 Dementia 1.2.2 Mild Cognitive Impairment 1.3 Epidemiology 1.4 Course and Prognosis 1.4.1 Stage 1 - Normal 1.4.2 Stage 2 - Subjective Memory Complaints 1.4.3 Stage 3 - Mild Cognitive Impairment 1.4.4 Stage 4 - Mild Dementia 1.4.5 Stage 5 - Moderate Dementia 1.4.6 Stage 6 - Moderately Severe Dementia 1.4.7 Stage 7 - Severe Dementia 1.5 Differential Diagnosis 1.6 Comorbidities 1.7 Diagnostic Procedures and Documentation 2 Theories and Models of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia 2.1 Alzheimer's Disease 2.1.1 Neuropathology 2.1.2 Cognitive Symptoms 2.2 Lewy Body Disease 2.2.1 Neuropathology 2.2.2 Cognitive Symptoms 2.3 Vascular Disease 2.3.1 Neuropathology 2.3.2 Cognitive Symptoms 2.4 Frontotemporal Dementia 2.4.1 Neuropathology 2.4.2 Cognitive Symptoms 3 Diagnosis and Treatment Indications 3.1 Level 1 - Neurobiological Changes 3.2 Level 2 - Cognitive Functioning 3.3 Level 3 - Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia 3.4 Level 4 - Caregiving and Family Issues 4 Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia 4.1 Methods of Treatment 4.1.1 Dementia Education 4.1.2 Medication Treatment for Cognitive Symptoms 4.1.3 Cognitive Interventions 4.1.4 Lifestyle Interventions and Prevention 4.1.5 Medication Treatment of BPSD 4.1.6 Psychosocial and Person-Centered Treatment 4.1.7 Caregiver Interventions 4.1.8 Dyadic Interventions 4.1.9 Future Care Planning and Decision-Making Capacity 4.2. Mechanisms of Action 4.2.1 Pharmacological 4.2.2 Brain Health and Cognitive Reserve 4.2.3 Reducing Excess Disability 4.2.4 Promoting Caregiver Self-Efficacy and Caregiving Skills 4.3 Efficacy and Prognosis 4.4 Variations and Combinations of Methods 4.5 Problems in Carrying Out Treatments 4.5.1 Need for Assistance Carrying Out Treatment 4.5.2 Treatment Availability Based on Setting 4.5.3 Medication Side Effects 4.6 Multicultural Issues 5 Case Vignette 6 Further Reading 7 References 8 Appendix: Tools and ResourcesReviewsAt first glance, an informed reader may feel surprised by the brevity of [the book], but the material is presented in such a way that makes the book an excellent introductory tool for practitioners or students interested in obtaining an overview of ADRD [Alzheimer's disease and related disorders]. Each of the chapters is very effective in integrating evidence along with clinical recommendations related to treatment [...]. Moving forward, I likely will recommend that my research team members (current and future) read Mast and Yochim given the very concise yet effective presentation of key topics related to ADRD diagnosis and treatment. ; Joseph Gaugler, PhD, Division of Health Policy and Management, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, in The Gerontologist, 2018, vol. 58 ; The authors have digested a massive amount of the latest research on Alzheimer's and dementia, yielding a state-of-the art understanding of the assessment and treatment of neurocognitive disorders germane to readers from diverse health services disciplines. Particularly impressive is the integration of science and practice from neuropathology, psychopharmacology, gerontology, neuropsychology, and clinical psychology that will benefit both academics and clinicians. ; Victor Molinari, PhD, ABPP, University of South Florida, College of Behavioral and Community Sciences, School of Aging Studies, Tampa, FL ; This is the book on dementia that I've been waiting for - a concise, evidence-based volume that covers the essential aspects of diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of persons with Alzheimer's disease and related conditions. This is the one book that healthcare providers across disciplines should have ready access to in their work with individuals and family members who are struggling with possible or clearly established dementias. ; Shane S. Bush, PhD, ABPP, Board Certified in Clinical Neuropsychology and Geropsychology; Coauthor of Ethical Practice in Geropsychology and coeditor of Geriatric Neuropsychology: Practice Essentials; VA New York Harbor Healthcare System, Brooklyn, NY & University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL; This book provides best practices in assessment and intervention in a clear, concise, and insightful fashion. The experience and insights of the expert authors come through in terms of both the breadth and depth of information they provide. A must-read for every clinician working with people with dementia and those caring for them. ; Peter A. Lichtenberg, PhD, Director Institute of Gerontology and Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI ; This book, written by well-regarded researchers, offers a contemporary overview of Alzheimer's disease and dementia that both the seasoned practitioner and the new graduate will find useful. The breadth of interventions covered is impressive, encompassing lifestyle interventions, person-centered treatments, and caregiver and dyadic approaches. A section on multicultural issues is most welcome, and points to the care that must be taken in clinical practice for diverse client groups. ; Prof. Nancy A. Pachana, PhD, FASSA, Co-Director, Ageing Mind Initiative at The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia "At first glance, an informed reader may feel surprised by the brevity of [the book], but the material is presented in such a way that makes the book an excellent introductory tool for practitioners or students interested in obtaining an overview of ADRD [Alzheimer's disease and related disorders]. Each of the chapters is very effective in integrating evidence along with clinical recommendations related to treatment [...]. Moving forward, I likely will recommend that my research team members (current and future) read Mast and Yochim given the very concise yet effective presentation of key topics related to ADRD diagnosis and treatment.""; Joseph Gaugler, PhD, Division of Health Policy and Management, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, in The Gerontologist, 2018, vol. 58 ; The authors have digested a massive amount of the latest research on Alzheimer’s and dementia, yielding a state-of-the art understanding of the assessment and treatment of neurocognitive disorders germane to readers from diverse health services disciplines. Particularly impressive is the integration of science and practice from neuropathology, psychopharmacology, gerontology, neuropsychology, and clinical psychology that will benefit both academics and clinicians."" ; Victor Molinari, PhD, ABPP, University of South Florida, College of Behavioral and Community Sciences, School of Aging Studies, Tampa, FL ; ""This is the book on dementia that I’ve been waiting for – a concise, evidence-based volume that covers the essential aspects of diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and related conditions. This is the one book that healthcare providers across disciplines should have ready access to in their work with individuals and family members who are struggling with possible or clearly established dementias."" ; Shane S. Bush, PhD, ABPP, Board Certified in Clinical Neuropsychology and Geropsychology; Coauthor of Ethical Practice in Geropsychology and coeditor of Geriatric Neuropsychology: Practice Essentials; VA New York Harbor Healthcare System, Brooklyn, NY & University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL;“This book provides best practices in assessment and intervention in a clear, concise, and insightful fashion. The experience and insights of the expert authors come through in terms of both the breadth and depth of information they provide. A must-read for every clinician working with people with dementia and those caring for them.""; Peter A. Lichtenberg, PhD, Director Institute of Gerontology and Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI ; This book, written by well-regarded researchers, offers a contemporary overview of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia that both the seasoned practitioner and the new graduate will find useful. The breadth of interventions covered is impressive, encompassing lifestyle interventions, person-centered treatments, and caregiver and dyadic approaches. A section on multicultural issues is most welcome, and points to the care that must be taken in clinical practice for diverse client groups.""; Prof. Nancy A. Pachana, PhD, FASSA, Co-Director, Ageing Mind Initiative at The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia" Author InformationBenjamin T. Mast, PhD, ABPP, is a board-certified clinical geropsychologist and a fellow with the Gerontological Society of America. He serves as Professor and Vice Chair in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at the University of Louisville. He is the author of several books on dementia and is Co-Editor in Chief of the American Psychological Association Handbook of Clinical Geropsychology (2015). He is the President of the Society of Clinical Geropsychology (American Psychological Association, Division 12, Section 2). Brian P. Yochim, PhD, ABPP, is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist at the VA Saint Louis Health Care System. His research, clinical work, and teaching has focused on older adults and dementia. He has served as Past-President of the Society of Clinical Geropsychology (American Psychological Association, Division 12, Section 2) and has over 30 publications in neuropsychology and aging. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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