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Whether the diagnosis is yours or that of a loved one, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies contains everything you need to know about living with this disease. This book is an easy-to-understand, straightforward, and sometimes humorous guide that offers proven techniques for coping with daily issues, finding the right doctors, and providing care as the disease progresses. This user-friendly guide helps you navigate you through the important steps toward taking charge of your condition. You aren't alone--inside, you'll discover proven coping skills and first-hand advice, along with practical tools that will help you navigate the treatment journey. In classic, compassionate Dummies style, Parkinson's Disease For Dummies will answer all your questions, and guide you through the process of finding your own answers as well.
* Keep your mind sharp, stay in shape, and keep your stress under control
* Life a full and satisfying life after a Parkinson's diagnosis
* Get the most current information on Parkinson's medications and treatments
* Learn the best ways to support loved ones living with Parkinson's
With updates on the latest in alternative treatments, dementia, and young onset PD, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies is here to show you how you can keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life.
Whether the diagnosis is yours or that of a loved one, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies contains everything you need to know about living with this disease. This book is an easy-to-understand, straightforward, and sometimes humorous guide that offers proven techniques for coping with daily issues, finding the right doctors, and providing care as the disease progresses. This user-friendly guide helps you navigate you through the important steps toward taking charge of your condition. You aren't alone--inside, you'll discover proven coping skills and first-hand advice, along with practical tools that will help you navigate the treatment journey. In classic, compassionate Dummies style, Parkinson's Disease For Dummies will answer all your questions, and guide you through the process of finding your own answers as well.
* Keep your mind sharp, stay in shape, and keep your stress under control
* Life a full and satisfying life after a Parkinson's diagnosis
* Get the most current information on Parkinson's medications and treatments
* Learn the best ways to support loved ones living with Parkinson's
With updates on the latest in alternative treatments, dementia, and young onset PD, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies is here to show you how you can keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life.
Michele Tagliati, MD is Vice Chair of Neurology and Director of Movement Disorders at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He researches Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.
Jo Horne, MA is an experienced author whose credits include Care giving: Helping an Aging Loved One and A Survival Guide for Family Caregivers.
Foreword xvii
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting to Know PD 5
Chapter 1: Parkinson's Disease: The Big Picture 7
Chapter 2: Considering Possible Causes and Risk Factors 19
Chapter 3: Sizing Up Symptoms, Signs, and Stages 33
Part 2: Making PD Part - But Not All - of Your Life 47
Chapter 4: Getting an Accurate Diagnosis 49
Chapter 5: You've Been Diagnosed - Now What? 69
Chapter 6: Drafting Your Healthcare Team and Making a Game Plan 85
Chapter 7: Choosing How and When to Share Your News 101
Chapter 8: Young Onset Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia 113
Part 3: Crafting a Treatment Plan Just for You 131
Chapter 9: Eat Well, Sleep Well, and Exercise 133
Chapter 10: Managing PD Symptoms with Prescription Medicines 171
Chapter 11: When Surgery Is an Option 187
Chapter 12: Considering Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies 199
Chapter 13: Combating Anxiety, Depression, and Apathy 215
Chapter 14: Clinical Trials and Your Role in the Search for a Cure 235
Part 4: Living Well with PD 247
Chapter 15: Maintaining Healthy Relationships 249
Chapter 16: PD in the Workplace 267
Chapter 17: Adjusting Your Routine While Your PD Progresses 281
Part 5: Coping with Advanced PD 297
Chapter 18: Facing the Progression of PD Symptoms 299
Chapter 19: When Care Partners Become Caregivers 319
Chapter 20: Putting Your Financial and Legal House in Order 343
Chapter 21: It's Just Bricks and Mortar: Housing Options You Can Live With 359
Part 6: The Part of Tens 379
Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Deal with Difficult Feelings 381
Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Care for Your Care Partner 387
Chapter 24: Ten Ways You Can Make a Real Difference 393
Appendix A: Glossary 399
Appendix B: Additional Resources 409
Index 415
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Fachbereich: | Allgemeine Lexika |
| Genre: | Medizin |
| Rubrik: | Wissenschaften |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Inhalt: | 448 S. |
| ISBN-13: | 9781119893585 |
| ISBN-10: | 1119893585 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: |
Horne, Jo
Tagliati, Michele |
| Auflage: | 2nd edition |
| Hersteller: | Wiley |
| Maße: | 235 x 183 x 30 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Jo Horne (u. a.) |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 16.08.2022 |
| Gewicht: | 0,61 kg |
Michele Tagliati, MD is Vice Chair of Neurology and Director of Movement Disorders at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He researches Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.
Jo Horne, MA is an experienced author whose credits include Care giving: Helping an Aging Loved One and A Survival Guide for Family Caregivers.
Foreword xvii
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting to Know PD 5
Chapter 1: Parkinson's Disease: The Big Picture 7
Chapter 2: Considering Possible Causes and Risk Factors 19
Chapter 3: Sizing Up Symptoms, Signs, and Stages 33
Part 2: Making PD Part - But Not All - of Your Life 47
Chapter 4: Getting an Accurate Diagnosis 49
Chapter 5: You've Been Diagnosed - Now What? 69
Chapter 6: Drafting Your Healthcare Team and Making a Game Plan 85
Chapter 7: Choosing How and When to Share Your News 101
Chapter 8: Young Onset Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia 113
Part 3: Crafting a Treatment Plan Just for You 131
Chapter 9: Eat Well, Sleep Well, and Exercise 133
Chapter 10: Managing PD Symptoms with Prescription Medicines 171
Chapter 11: When Surgery Is an Option 187
Chapter 12: Considering Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies 199
Chapter 13: Combating Anxiety, Depression, and Apathy 215
Chapter 14: Clinical Trials and Your Role in the Search for a Cure 235
Part 4: Living Well with PD 247
Chapter 15: Maintaining Healthy Relationships 249
Chapter 16: PD in the Workplace 267
Chapter 17: Adjusting Your Routine While Your PD Progresses 281
Part 5: Coping with Advanced PD 297
Chapter 18: Facing the Progression of PD Symptoms 299
Chapter 19: When Care Partners Become Caregivers 319
Chapter 20: Putting Your Financial and Legal House in Order 343
Chapter 21: It's Just Bricks and Mortar: Housing Options You Can Live With 359
Part 6: The Part of Tens 379
Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Deal with Difficult Feelings 381
Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Care for Your Care Partner 387
Chapter 24: Ten Ways You Can Make a Real Difference 393
Appendix A: Glossary 399
Appendix B: Additional Resources 409
Index 415
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Fachbereich: | Allgemeine Lexika |
| Genre: | Medizin |
| Rubrik: | Wissenschaften |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Inhalt: | 448 S. |
| ISBN-13: | 9781119893585 |
| ISBN-10: | 1119893585 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: |
Horne, Jo
Tagliati, Michele |
| Auflage: | 2nd edition |
| Hersteller: | Wiley |
| Maße: | 235 x 183 x 30 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Jo Horne (u. a.) |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 16.08.2022 |
| Gewicht: | 0,61 kg |
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