A Look Inside Alzheimer's (original 2013; edition 2012)

A valuable book for families facing Alzheimer's. I wish we had this when my dad was diagnosed 15 years ago, as it was uncharted waters for our family back then. The authors begin with a history and clear definitions of various forms of dementia, then follow it with personal stories-- both from individuals recounting the progression of their disease and also from family members' and caretakers' points of view.
The book includes tips on how to help the patient better cope with day-to-day activities and then how to get help as the disease advances. Included is a list of resources for caretakers. ( )

Caregiving for someone with Alzheimer's is challenging. The book gives clear, useful information from various points of view. It is a good starting point for further research into the illness. ( )

A Look Inside Alzheimer's offers a good starting point and insightful read for anyone dealing with the early onset of the disease. Down to earth writing that anyone will be able to understand. Gives you a new perspective on what the patient and family are learning to deal with. Book includes additional references for those wanting to pursue the subject. ( )

A Look Inside Alzheimer's is a slight book, more memoir or introduction than resource, that details the personal experiences of a caregiver and two patients dealing with their diagnosis, as well as insight from a wide range of family members affected by this disease.

The book includes some references for further reading, a brief glossary and list of resources in the Appendix, but at approximately 100 pages it was a very short read that left me wishing for more insight. Maybe my family familiarity with Alzheimer's left me wanting answers that don't exist. ( )

This book is a nice starting point for anyone wanting to learn more about Alzheimer's disease. It gives a basic introduction to the disease in language a non medical school graduate can understand. ( )