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This book helps carers and professionals who are living or working with adults with Down syndrome and intellectual disability to increase their understanding of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia which can disproportionately affect this patient group. It relates research to clinical practice and shows how early diagnosis appropriate treatment and compassionate care can be used effectively to maintain dignity and quality of life. Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia in Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities brings together findings from research and clinical practice with a multi-disciplinary perspective and is invaluable to medical professionals who provide clinical care to people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. It is also vital for academics researching ageing issues in people with Down syndrome.

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'The basic aim of this book is to help carers and professionals living or working with adults with intellectual disability to understand further Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. This book aims to put research into clinical practice and if as a result of this book, one person with intellectual disability has their dementia diagnosed early, treated appropriately and professionally and carers are supported with sympathy and compassion, then this book has not been in vain.' Vee P Prasher

"""'The basic aim of this book is to help carers and professionals living or working with adults with intellectual disability to understand further Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. This book aims to put research into clinical practice and if as a result of this book, one person with intellectual disability has their dementia diagnosed early, treated appropriately and professionally and carers are supported with sympathy and compassion, then this book has not been in vain.' Vee P Prasher"""

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Vee P Prasher

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