How Long to Read A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease

How Long Does it Take to Read A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 50 minutes to read A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease by Patricia R. Callone

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

An estimated 5 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease. That number continues to grow - by 2050 the number of individuals with Alzheimer's could range from 11.3 million to 16 million. Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. It is a devastating disorder of the brain's nerve cells that impairs memory, thinking, and behavior. Written for patients, their families, and caregivers, A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease: 300 Tips for Making Life Easier will help readers understand what is physically happening to the brain so they can empower their own special skills and talents throughout the disease process. The book is divided into three sections that correspond to the progression of Alzheimer's and the unique challenges encountered at each stage. Section A: The major part of the book divides the progression of the disease into Stages: the Pre-Clinical Stage; Early-To-Mild Stage, which marks the onset of the disease; Moderate Stage; and the Severe Stage. Hundreds of practical tips geared to coping and compensating at each level of the disease provide support for the affected individual and the caregiver. Section B: A bonus section of questions and answers addresses specific issues caregivers face and give them points to reflect on as they continue the process. Key topics covered include: Legal and financial issues Family Forums in the caregiving process The role of medication at various stages of the disease Helping children understand what is happening to a loved one Handling the holidays and celebrations Making the living environment more stimulating and enjoyable Section C: Lists resources and suggests websites to find additional information about the disease itself as well as related valuable networks. With an abundance of pointers and guidelines for affected individuals, their families, friends and caregivers, A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease: 300 Tips for Making Life Easier is essential for all readers who want to focus on the capabilities that remain instead of those that have been lost.

How long is A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease?

A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease by Patricia R. Callone is 170 pages long, and a total of 42,500 words.

This makes it 57% the length of the average book. It also has 52% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 52 minutes to read A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease aloud.

What Reading Level is A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease?

A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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