The ART of Caring, Insights Into Alzheimer Disease and Patient Care

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Content Index

The ART of Caring is available as either a 2-disc CD audio book set or a 2-disc DVD video set. Both sets contain the following valuable content:

BONUS CONTENT: Two .pdf files are included that contain additional information and checklists referenced by Dr. Liss that can be viewed and printed for your use (see the Support page for more details). "Alzheimer Additional Resources.pdf" provides a description of many Alzheimer-related resources with contact information, and "Alzheimer Checklists.pdf" contains checklists Dr. Liss discusses, including an Early Signs Checklist, a Caregiver Checklist, and a Facility Checklist.

Credentials - Dr. Liss talks about his medical training, personal interest, and historical work with Alzheimer's patients.

Alzheimer Disease - Find out more about the disease. This includes its diagnosis, symptoms, progression, and heredity.

Generally - Dr. Liss gives an overview of Alzheimer-related dementia and an explanation of “faulty retrieval.”
Diagnosis - Learn how the disease is diagnosed, how patients are evaluated, and how this information should be used.
Progression - Dr. Liss answers common questions about the staging and speed of progression of Alzheimer disease.
Heredity - Dr. Liss discusses the complicated answer to the question "Is it hereditary?" and lists the risk factors.
Behavior Problems - Common behavior problems associated with Alzheimer's and why some medications are unnecessary.

Patient Stories - Dr. Liss discusses multiple realities, communication, respect, the meaning of love, and much more.

Multiple Realities - Dr. Liss shares personal anecdotes that provide insight into his patients' “multiple realities.”
Communication - Words of wisdom from Dr. Liss with examples of how best to deal with patients' communication issues.
Disruptive Behavior - More stories illustrating how best to deal with some of the behavior problems that arise from Alzheimer's.
Driving - Do you let a patient continue to drive? Dr. Liss shares his own experiences with this complex question.
Respect - Charming and frank patient stories that exemplify respect, the meaning of love, and so much more.

The Family - Dr. Liss discusses the early warning signs, caregiver strategies, and support groups.

Warning Signs - Dr. Liss talks about what the family should look for and details specific lifestyle changes.
Caregiver Strategies - Learn effective caregiving strategies with Dr. Liss’ suggestion checklist.
Support Groups - A frank discussion on the value of, and reasoning behind, good support groups.

Interaction Strategies - Learn how to use "creative fibbing," responses when your loved one doesn't recognize family members, and so much more.

Deflecting - Dr. Liss explains the concept of “deflecting” – choosing your answer when communicating.
Family Member Recognition - What do you do when your loved one doesn't recognize you? Learn the “universal” language and more.
Creative Fibbing - How innovative responses to patient questions can alleviate unnecessary pain and suffering.
Visiting - Dr. Liss discusses the importance of smiling, bringing the family member home for holidays, and so much more.

Long-Term Care - Dr. Liss discusses patient and family benefits, staff strategies, and what to look for in a facility.

Resident Benefits - A frank discussion about what the true benefits are to an Alzheimer's resident in long-term care.
Staff Strategies - Dr. Liss shares the "A.R.T." of Alzheimer's care: Acceptance, Respect, and Tolerance.
The Facility Part I - Dr. Liss discusses the difference between an "optimal" facility and reality.
The Facility Part II - Learn what you should expect in a facility, how to do "spot visits," and what to avoid.

SAVE $10 when you buy both sets for just $40.00!

2-Disc CD Audio Book Set - $25.00
or
2-Disc DVD Video Set - $25.00

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