Alzheimer's Disease

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Children's Literature - Elizabeth Leis-Newman
Alzheimer's Disease is one of the top causes of death in the U.S., killing close to 23 out of every 100,000 people in 2007. Children looking for answers about a disease that may be affecting a grandparent or loved one should be directed to this book, which provides accurate information in an easy-to-read manner. It is boldly designed, with facts about the disease popping out appropriately. Yet unlike many books in this genre, the pages do not feel cluttered. Sidebars include a brief biography of famous people who have suffered from Alzheimer's including Rita Hayworth and Ronald Reagan, and how they coped with the disease. Chapters discuss how Alzheimer's is a ?new' disease correlated to a person's age, how it causes the brain to deteriorate, the symptoms and challenges of treating a person with Alzheimer's, and the latest research. What sets this book apart is a balance with the biology—the second chapter delves into amyloid plaques, tau and genes—and the social issues around Alzheimer's, such as the huge cost to Medicare and toll on families. It also offers up-to-date information on the progress of research, such as David Snowden's "Nun Study," which showed how challenging the brain with reading, crossword puzzles or other mental challenges might stave of the disease. Overall, it is a worthwhile investment for a library, especially given its lower price point. Additional components include an index and glossary. It is part of the "Living with Disease" series from Creative Education/The Creative Company. Reviewer: Elizabeth Leis-Newman
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  • ISBN-13: 9781608180721
  • Publisher: Creative Company, The
  • Publication date: 9/28/2011
  • Pages: 48
  • Age range: 10 - 13 Years
  • Product dimensions: 9.10 (w) x 9.10 (h) x 0.30 (d)

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