"Four million people suffer from Alzheimer's disease in the United States, and
by 2025 there will be an estimated 22 million suffering from the disease.
Alzheimer's is not a normal aspect of aging but, rather, the most common of more
than 70 forms of dementia, a debilitating condition leading to loss of mental
and physical functions. The Encyclopedia of Alzheimer's Disease provides
comprehensive coverage of the disease and its causes and symptoms, as well as
related health conditions and terms; the latest advances in treatment, drugs,
and research; social issues related to Alzheimer's; and helpful organizations."
Detailed entries include current and comprehensive information taken from the
most up-to-date