Overview
Dr. Ruth, a trusted name in relationship therapy, presents effective coping strategies for both the practical problems and emotional stresses of Alzheimer's care. More than 15 million Americans are responsible for the care of a loved one with Alzheimer's disease, a situation that can quickly lead to feeling overwhelmed while trying to balance between the full-time needs of a dependent adult and the caregiver's own physical and mental health. The tactics and resources presented in this book build confidence in the caregiver and provide health-guided advice on how to avoid burnout, seek support from family and friends, resolve family disputes, maintain a loving relationship with a spouse or parent with Alzheimer's, manage behaviour, and make the home a safe environment. Keeping the best interests of everyone involved in mind, the guide also details how to coordinate effectively with doctors, facilities, and other care providers. AUTHOR: Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer is a psychosexual therapist who pioneered frank and open discourse about sexual matters on the radio with her program"" Sexually Speaking,"" which expanded into a communications network that has included television, books, newspapers, games, home video, computer software, and the web. She is the author of more than 30 books.
Full Product Details
Author: Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer ,
Pierre A Lehu, B.A., M.B.A. ,
Dr Ruth K Westheimer
Publisher: Linden Publishing Co Inc
Imprint: Linden Publishing Co Inc
Dimensions:
Width: 15.50cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 23.00cm
Weight: 0.254kg
ISBN: 9781610351355
ISBN 10: 1610351355
Pages: 230
Publication Date: 05 October 2012
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Out of stock
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Reviews
Westheimer focuses unflinchingly on the well being of the caregiver. She steadfastly reminds readers that to effectively take care of their loved ones, they must take care of themselves ... equips [caregivers] with a steady foundation. --Melissa Anne Wuske, ForeWord Reviews
Caregivers will find the answers to even the most awkward questions in this down-to-earth guide. All [caregivers] can benefit from Dr. Ruth's advice. . . . Dr. Ruth is an empathetic guide. An excellent, commonsense guide to a heartbreaking disease. -- Booklist (November 2012)
Author Information
Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer is a psychosexual therapist who pioneered frank and open discourse about sexual matters on the radio with her program"""" Sexually Speaking,"""" which expanded into a communications network that has included television, books, newspapers, games, home video, computer software, and the web. She is the author of more than 30 books. Pierre A. Lehu has been Dr. Ruth's minister of communications for 30 years, serving as her publicist and a coauthor. They have collaborated on more than a dozen books. They both live in New York City.
