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Perhaps someone in your family has been diagnosed with Alzheimer disease -- or maybe you worry about developing memory loss yourself. In Is It Alzheimer's?, Dr. Peter V. Rabins, a top expert in the field, educates readers by answering 101 often-asked questions about memory loss and dementia.Written in a conversational, easy-to-use Q&A style, the book is organized into seven unique sections. A companion to the best-selling The 36-Hour Day, which Dr. Rabins coauthored, this book discusses* how to distinguish typical memory loss from early dementia* how dementia is diagnosed* what factors play a role in the progression of dementia* whether it's possible to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer disease or dementia* how to improve the quality of life of people with dementia* how to assess long-term care facilities and nursing homes* available treatments, including medication* how to explain the symptoms of Alzheimer disease and dementia to others* how to provide caregivers with psychological and emotional support* and much moreAimed at friends and family members of the estimated 5.