Author:
Ashworth Rosalie,Fyvel Sue,Hill Alyson,Maddocks Chris,Qureshi Masood,Ross David,Hay Stuart,Robertson Martin,Gilder Willy,Henry Winnie,Lamont Myra,Houston Agnes,Wilson Fred S.
Abstract
AbstractThis chapter is designed to draw attention to the types of dementia and how the different diagnoses can influence the brain and the body. The chapter offers some background information about the brain and myths surrounding dementia before taking the different types in turn. We have included some common features of the conditions alongside lived experience. Finally, the chapter explores experiences of diagnosis and questions how we might improve this process.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
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