Περιγραφή
An up-to-date clinical guide for healthcare professionals on the assessment, diagnosis and management of dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI), including the role played by neuropsychology in the diagnostic process. Written in an accessible style, it provides a reference book for qualified professionals and a valuable resource for students and trainees working in dementia services. The book covers the diagnosis and management of the most common forms of dementia, and some rarer types, and the latest advances in diagnostic technology and current and future treatment options. It explores non-pharmacological interventions for cognitive impairment and preventative measures to reduce the risk of developing dementia. Featuring the essential background information required by all clinicians working in the field, alongside a review of recent research and developments in the field. With an emphasis on the links between theory and practice, this is a must-read manual for clinicians working in memory clinics.
- Clear guidelines on how to clinically distinguish mild cognitive impairment (MCI) from dementia enable the multi-disciplinary team to apply current objective criteria for diagnosis, in a systematic way
- Provides a review of imaging technology, both what is currently available in clinical practice and what is under development to aid understanding of where imaging technology fits within the diagnostic process within clinical practice
- Discusses how to approach differential diagnosis of dementia type and examines the purpose of a neuropsychological assessment within the diagnostic process, and when it is/is not useful to carry out an assessment
- The comprehensive review of risk factors, preventative strategies and interventions for the development of dementia facilitates clinicians to develop preventative healthcare programs and care plans
