In this simple yet comprehensive guide, Brian Draper, a leading expert on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, describes the symptoms, treatment and management of the condition. He provides a complete roadmap for those living with, or supporting someone with, the condition.

What is dementia? -- Prevention of dementia: general strategies -- Prevention of dementia: strategies for individuals at increased risk -- The symptoms and course of dementia -- Types of dementia -- Dementia assessment -- Drug treatments -- Psychosocial treatments -- Family and other caregivers -- Community care services -- Residential long-term care -- Ethical and legal issues -- The future -- Appendixes : 1. Telephone helplines ; 2. Websites with information about accessing services in Canada, Ireland, Scotland, the UK and the US ; 3. Books for carers.