If you or a loved one has experienced Alzheimer's disease or other types of dementia, this quick guide will help you understand what these conditions are and how you can help the patient, yourself and your family in various situations.The authors of the book are leading experts on dementia: psychiatrist James Warner, who has specialized for many years in mental disorders in the elderly, and Dr. Nori Graham, former chairman of the Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer's Disease International, who inspired many to study this disease and work with patients.This concise guide describes the main symptoms of the disease, treatment methods, and recommendations for care. The guide is provided with valuable notes, which contain information relevant to Russian realities.