The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias

"Captivating, educational, deeply perceptive about human nature—and as calming as a session with a loving, reassuring therapist. Devi is a wonderful, truthful storytellerfull of natural understanding and empathy. A very important book that will be helpful to millions of readers who fear this Thing in their lives.”—David Small, author of Stitches “Tremendously moving. Shows a deep sympathy for both the patients and for their caregivers Several passages moved me to tears. As I fiction writer, I'm in awe of Devi’s ability to create a sense of real people, their goals, their concerns, their suffering.”—Lauren Belfer, bestselling author of City of Light and A Fierce Radiance  

They babysit their grandkids, drive to the store (or own the store), serve their clients, or otherwise live fulfilling lives.  . A neurologist who’s been specializing in dementia and memory loss for more than 20 years, Dr. Told through the stories of Dr. Here are chapters on how to maintain independence and dignity; how to fight depression, anxiety, and apathy; how to communicate effectively with a person suffering from dementia. Plus chapters on sexuality, genetics, going public with the diagnosis, even putting together a bucket list—because through her practice, Dr. That’s news that 5 million people are waiting to hear. She encourages people who are worried about memory impairment to seek a diagnosis, because early treatment will enable doctors and caregivers to manage the disease more effectively through drugs and other therapies. But beyond the pleasures of great reading, it’s a book that offers real hope. And imagine how that would change the outlook of the 5 million Americans who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, not to mention their families, loved ones, and caretakers. Gayatri Devi rewrites the story