Recent Advances in Neurodegenerative Dementia - by Sofie Allard (Hardcover)

About the Book

Neurodegenerative dementia refers to a group of progressive brain disorders characterized by the gradual decline in cognitive function and the loss of neurons in the brain. Common types include Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, and frontotemporal dementia. These conditions typically manifest with memory loss, impaired reasoning, language difficulties, and changes in behavior. While the exact causes remain unclear, factors such as genetics, aging, and environmental influences are believed to play significant roles. Diagnosis often involves a combination of medical history, neurological examinations, and imaging tests. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for neurodegenerative dementia, but treatments may help manage symptoms and improve quality of life for affected individuals and their caregivers. Ongoing research aims to better understand these conditions and develop more effective interventions. This book will also provide interesting topics for research which interested readers can take up. The objective of this book is to give a general view of neurodegenerative dementia, and the recent advances in this field. It will provide comprehensive knowledge to the readers.

Book Synopsis

Neurodegenerative dementia refers to a group of progressive brain disorders characterized by the gradual decline in cognitive function and the loss of neurons in the brain. Common types include Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, and frontotemporal dementia. These conditions typically manifest with memory loss, impaired reasoning, language difficulties, and changes in behavior. While the exact causes remain unclear, factors such as genetics, aging, and environmental influences are believed to play significant roles. Diagnosis often involves a combination of medical history, neurological examinations, and imaging tests. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for neurodegenerative dementia, but treatments may help manage symptoms and improve quality of life for affected individuals and their caregivers. Ongoing research aims to better understand these conditions and develop more effective interventions. This book will also provide interesting topics for research which interested readers can take up. The objective of this book is to give a general view of neurodegenerative dementia, and the recent advances in this field. It will provide comprehensive knowledge to the readers.