Alzheimers Disease

by Adela Soliz

Book Overview

After giving a detailed description of the disease, this book explores a range of possible causes of Alzheimer's disease from genetics to environmental factors such as aluminum. This book also describes issues in the treatment of the disease such as the debate over stem cell research. Finally, personal stories of caregivers as well as of an Alzheimer's patient reveal the tragic and traumatic nature of the disease.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0737724439
• ISBN13: 9780737724431
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Greenhaven Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.3" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12