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The physical care of people with dementia is of vital importance, but so too is their emotional, social, mental and spiritual wellbeing. The creative arts are gaining increasing recognition not only as a tool for delivering effective person-centred dementia care, but also for attending to soul as well as body. Encouraging those who care for people with dementia to develop their own creative skills, this book provides a creative map of care with easy-to-follow examples and detailed case studies. After explaining why adopting a creative approach is central to effective dementia care, the authors go on to discuss meditation, singing, movement and storytelling, describing the therapeutic benefits of each and giving practical examples of how they can be used with individuals or groups. They also look at the importance of creative supervision in promoting creativity and creating a safe space for honest interpersonal connection: an essential foundation for effective teamwork.This book will be an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the care of a person with dementia, including professional staff in residential and nursing homes, hospitals and day centres, families and other non-professional carers. ... Read more

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This volume in the Blue Books of Neurology series provides you with rapid access to practical, clinical guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of all forms of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, dementia with Lewy bodies, Parkinson's disease, and many others. Organized by the most common neurodegenerative diseases, it reflects new insights regarding commonalities among the neurodegenerative diseases, and clusters them according to their dominant molecular pathologic signatures, so you can best treat any dementia you see.

• Differentiate among various forms of dementia and provide the appropriate management strategy.
  
• Correlate neuroimaging with neuropsychological testing to form more accurate diagnoses.
  
• Administer the latest approved drugs to improve your patients' brain function.
  
• A new two-color design and full-color images throughout helps you access information more easily.
  
• New chapters and new authors help you incorporate the latest information and fresh perspectives into your practice.

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Detailed guidebook to creating and using memory aids with adults with dementia. Describes multiple types of memory aids, how to determine the optimal memory aid for an individual, and successful implementation strategies. Includes photocopiable forms and templates, illustrative examples, a list of sources for materials, and instructions for creating portable, wearable memory aids. ... Read more

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Memory aids for those with dementia
Memory aids help a person with dementia a great deal because they can help avoid painful embarrassment and actually slow the decline associated with these diseases.

The trick is to find memory aids that work. Dr. Bourgeois has published numerous research articles and training manuals. In her book she gives the reader many options and explains how to use these helpers, she describes, effectively

by Susan Berg, author of Adorable Photographs of Our Baby: Meaningful, Mind Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones, and Involved Professionals ... Read more

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This is a comprehensive yet practical guide to the care and management of patients with dementia from the time of diagnosis to the end of life.It is intended for the increasing number of physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, and long-term care givers responsible for the care of individuals with dementia.For the Second Edition, the authors have added a chapter on mild cognitive impairment.The sections that received the most extensive revision or expansion include those on drug therapy; the pathophysiology of several causes of dementia; psychiatric symptoms of dementia and their treatment (especially drug treatment); and dementia in special environments (especially assisted living and nursing homes). ... Read more

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Informative, insightful, and well written.
This book is not only a superb source of practical information for professionals working with patients afflicted with dementia, memory loss, and/or Alzheimer's, but it is also a great source of hope and inspirationto the patients' relatives and caregivers. The blend of expert advice withcompassionate care motivates me to highly recommend this book. I think allpeople involved with caring for those with dementia will benefit fromreading this excellent book. ... Read more

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Explanations about the different types and causes of dementia.Help with the practical issues of looking after someone with Alzheimer's.Details of where to go for support and advice on the legal and financial implications.Guidance on choosing a care home, what to look for and how to prepare.Answers to questions about possible treatments and research for the future. ... Read more

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In Deeper Into The Soul: Beyond Dementia and Alzheimer's Toward Forgetfulness Care, the authors invite us to shift our attitude toward dementia, or Forgetfulness, as they call it. Accompanying us are four characters -- a sage, a psychologist, a physician, and an intern -- who each sees Forgetfulness from a different viewpoint. The goal is to develop a perspective which includes the basic ingredients of openness, curiosity, and acceptance. ... Read more

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Must have!
Phenomenal book on changing the way we think about eldercare to a much more humane and caring way.The book is written from the experienced voices of two leaders in eldercare. ... Read more

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"Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia in Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities" reviews the biological aspects of Alzheimer's Disease and dementia, particularly in older adults with Down Syndrome. It brings together findings from research and clinical practice with a multi-disciplinary perspective, and is unique in combining information on Alzheimer's Disease and its associated dementia in the general population with that of adults with intellectual disabilities. This research is invaluable to medical professionals who provide clinical care to people with Down Syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. It is also vital for academics researching ageing issues in people with Down Syndrome. ... Read more

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Highly Recommended
I highly recommend this book for anyone working with persons with Intellectual Disabilities, and expecially for those who have the opportunity to work with individuals with Down Syndrome.It gives good overall information on Down Syndrome and Dementia while remaining concise and very reader-friendly. In addition, the author is cited frequently in current literature pertaining to Intellectual Disabilities and Dementia. It's a great resource. ... Read more

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Dementia Care Inservice Training Modules for Long-Term Care is a complete collection of research material for specialized dementia care training in the long-term care setting.Each of the eight modules is created to decrease preparation time for the presenter by including everything necessary for an effective presentation. The curriculum covers all aspects of specialized dementia care, including anatomy and physiology, basic principles of care, daily care, eating challenges, recreation and activities, common medical problems, and more.The easy to understand format and all-inclusive packet can be incorporated into any non-nursing forum such as support groups or informal caregivers and can be adapted for large or small audiences.Each module is concluded with summaries, scenarios and group activities to further the learning process.Dementia Care Inservice Training Modules for Long-Term Care will help prepare any member of the healthcare team for the daily ups and downs of dementia caregiving. ... Read more

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Shows how caregivers can meet the demanding challenges of their job by building and improving their personal relationships with those in their care. Features communicating with persons who have language deficits and coping with problem behaviors. For nurses and students. Softcover, hardcover also available. ... Read more

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Very Helpful!
This book is very helpful in dealing with dementia patients.It gives a more humane point of view.A good addition to my library!

alzheimer's care--a practical guide
Excellent!I've worked professionally with persons with Alzheimer's disease and their families for almost 20 years and this is one of the most comprehensive and useful books to come along in recent years.Ms. Zgolahas done it again!Her first book "Doing Things" set thestandards for realistic and meaningful interaction with persons withdementia and her new book continues in the same ground breaking manner. Her insight and practical approaches to caregiving help both the personaland professional caregiver maximize the remaining abilities of the personwith dementia.A "must read" for anyone who works with or knowssomeone with dementia.

an eye-opener about caring for persons with dementia
This is the most practical and informative book about caring for persons with Alzheimer's I have seen.It helped me see the person I am caring for as someone who is trying hard to cope with problems.Now that I canunderstand more clearly what he is dealing with, I am better able to helphim instead of just doing things for him.It is informative, enjoyable andeven made me laugh. I loved it and will keep refering to it often. ... Read more

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Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. Updated version of Vascular and Multi-Infarct Dementia, c1988. Summarizes new concepts concerning epidemiology, etiology, risk factors, neuropathology, and pathogenesis of VAD. Also reviews its multiple causes. Clinical features of patients with VAD are compared with those of DAT. DNLM: Dementia, Vascular--etiology. ... Read more

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With more than five million people in the United States living with Alzheimer's disease and nearly ten million loved ones caring for them, addressing the concerns of these elders and their caregivers is a matter of increasing importance. Relying on their many years of experience in this area, Jane Thibault and Richard Morgan offer this book to provide a fresh, hopeful model of dealing with life and death in the realm of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Caregivers have two basic needs: affirmation that caregiving is not in vain and reassurance that the lives of those for whom they care are not being lived in vain. Care receivers need more than medical attention; they need tender care, involvement in the community, and a sense of connection with a loving God. When patient and caregiver regard this shared experience as a "mutual spiritual path," each plays a role in deepening the spiritual life of the other. No Act of Love Is Ever Wasted is an excellent resource for individuals caring for loved ones as well as for counselors, support group leaders, pastors, and other professionals. In addition to offering practical ways to help, this book serves as a reminder that every act of love brings positive transformation to the recipient, to the giver, and to the world. ... Read more

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Needed perspective
I really loved this book. The two authors offer a humble look into the anxieties related to dealing with family members suffering dementia. They also give us tools for reaching into the lonely world our loved ones are trapped in. Trapped both as one with dementia, and as caregivers. Loneliness is huge!
This is a MUST read for pastors, elders and deacons and their wives. This area of ministry will grow dramatically over the next decade...and we all need to step to the plate. This book will make it so much easier.

If You Care About Your Loved One with Alzheimers and Your Church, You Need This Book
As a journalist who has covered American religious life for more than 20 years, I can't recommend this new book more strongly than this: A copy of "No Act of Love Is Ever Wasted" should be available in every congregation in the U.S. and should be given to every family that includes a person with Alzheimer's.

The authors, both leading experts in this field, chose to use the term "Dementia" in their title--a word that I know scares families first encountering this disorder. But, in simpler terms, they're talking about what we tend to call Alzheimer's, the most common form of Dementia.

This is a disorder that quickly compounds itself due to our fears and biases. First, congregations nationwide regard elderly people as a problem to be solved--as in, "My congregation is getting too old!" Couple that bias against older men and women with the challenges of Alzheimer's and affected families tend to feel shame and retreat into isolation in a hurry.

Thibault and Morgan give terrific advice about how congregations can change that ugly pattern into something much healthier and more hopeful. They describe how congregations can relate to fairly high-functioning people going through this struggle--and also to people living in institutions or limited to their homes.

If you're reading this review and someone in your extended family is dealing with Alzheimer's, I urge you to buy two copies of this book--one for your family and one to give to your congregation.

A guide that discusses the spiritual aspect for both caretaker and afflicted
Dementia is truly a cruel ailment. "No Act of Love is Ever Wasted: The Spirituality of Caring for Persons with Dementia"is a spiritual guide for those charged with providing care to a loved one, patient, or friend faced with dementia. Arming readers with information, it's a guide that discusses the spiritual aspect for both caretaker and afflicted. "No Act of Love is Ever Wasted" is a read to be considered for any religious or spiritual person curious about dementia. ... Read more

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A wonderful guide for the Alzheimer's caregiver
This book is indeed "a practical guide" for not only getting through each day, but also making each one better than it might have been otherwise. The chapters on communication and cueing will help in developing skills that will help make each day more pleasant, as will the chapters on preventing stress and managing problem behaviors. I was especially impressed with the "What If" questions in chapter seven, for example "What if you went to bed and didn't know whether it was nighttime or daytime? What if you woke up from a nap in the afternoon and thought it was time for breakfast? What if you became frightened or lost in a darkened room?" (p. 62)--these questions help us to imagine what it's like for an Alzheimer's patient. All of this, plus the day-to-day, eating, sleeping, hygiene, and even exercise, is covered in this book by Barbara J. Bridges, an RN who spent fourteen years caring for both her parents. I highly recommend this book for all caregivers.

Nice mix of the professional, the practical, the personal.,
I read this book during the first half of my 9-year caregiving ordeal with an AD parent and found it useful in managing many immediate problems as well as preparing me for the inevitable. The author does not devote questionable space to vitamins, herbs, medications believed by some to retard the progress of the disease but concentrates on the human aspects, looking at things from the afflicted's perspective as much as the caregiver's. A qualified medical professional, she balances practical advice with expressing her own emotions about her personal relationship with her mother. I would have to qualify my endorsement of the book somewhat by observing that the disease can wreak greater havoc, can take a more unpredictable, disturbing course than that suggested by the author's experience, which is perhaps a bit on the "tidy" side. Also, I would have appreciated more specific warnings about the practices of nursing homes as well as suggestions about securing professional medical care for someone with AD, especially when the patient is too sick to go to a physician's office but not sick enough to be admitted to a hospital. Far too often individuals in this position are treated only for "behavioral" problems (ie. sedating drugs) at the expense of their overall health and physical condition.

Nice mix of the professional, the practical, the personal.,
I read this book during the first half of my 9-year caregiving ordeal with an AD parent and found it useful in managing many immediate problems as well as preparing me for the inevitable. The author does not devote questionable space to vitamins, herbs, medications believed by some to retard the progress of the disease but concentrates on the human aspects, looking at things from the afflicted's perspective as much as the caregiver's. A qualified medical professional, she balances practical advice with expressing her own emotions about her personal relationship with her mother. I would have to qualify my endorsement of the book somewhat by observing that the disease can wreak greater havoc, can take a more unpredictable, disturbing course than that suggested by the author's experience, which is perhaps a bit on the "tidy" side. Also, I would have appreciated more specific warnings about the practices of nursing homes as well as suggestions about securing professional medical care for someone with AD, especially when the patient is too sick to go to a physician's office but not sick enough to be admitted to a hospital. Far too often individuals in this position are treated only for "behavioral" problems (ie. sedating drugs) at the expense of their overall health and physical condition.

Creates structure to support patient's function & confidence
It says right up front that this is not a book about caring for the caregiver; this one focuses on the patient with dementing illness in an almost businesslike fashion. It's a refreshing approach. While the patients in the book are relatively advanced in the illness, be aware that the techniques would be especially fruitful if adopted EARLY in the illness -- they create good habits. It was useful to have an insight into the emotional state of a confused episode and to be reminded that the patient truly wants and needs to retain function. The advice is to resist the urge to do everything for them! And the tips show how to help them continue to do for themselves.

The techniques are great, though there are far too few examples of "cueing", considering the importance of that particular technique. The reference section or author's web site may address this.

A very good book for taking positive action in caring for dementia patients! ... Read more

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The dementias are of great current interest largely because they represent a growing problem in an ageing population. This colour atlas and text presents a comprehensive overview covering the clinical features symptoms, clinical tests and diagnosis - gross and histopathological appearances of the brain, neuroimaging and main aspects of prevention and treatment. The book contains an appendix devoted to the investigation of dementia using single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT). SPECT demonstrates the distribution of cerebral pathology permitting diagnosis of the different forms of dementia and providing clinical information which can be correlated with pathological descriptions of individual diseases. Pathological chapters have clinical "windows" to illustrate the major features of particular diseases. The diagnostic criteria are addressed in detail as are genetic factors. Following a discussion of the spread of dementia and clinicopathological correlations, the book then addresses each disease individually.The chapters include diagnostic considerations and practical methods for diagnosis and an outline of the dementia clinic, covering the structure, patient management and drug therapy concludes the text. ... Read more

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Dementia afflicts millions of Americans and deeply affects the lives of their loved ones. Good care has been proven to have a significant effect on the quality of life of a person with dementia. To ensure good care, staff members of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and adult day-care centers, and providers of home care must be thoroughly and continually trained by qualified and well-prepared professionals.

Nancy L. Mace, coauthor of The 36-Hour Day, has created the ultimate teachers' guide for dementia care training. Rich with information and with tools for effective communication between teacher and student, the text supplies instructors with in-depth lessons and includes relevant charts, tables, and handouts, which may be customized to suit specific programs.

Good training is the foundation for a confident and competent caregiver and supports the dignity and well-being of persons with dementia and their families. With her unmistakable compassion, humor, and wisdom, Mace has provided a much-needed guidebook for better teaching and better care.

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The Behavioral Neurology of Dementia is a comprehensive textbook that offers a unique and modern approach to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with dementing conditions in the twenty-first century. The coverage is broad, ranging from common conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinsonian disorders, vascular and frontotemporal dementia, to the more obscure such as Jakob-Creutzfeldt disease. Subtypes of mild cognitive impairment are presented and the early prodromes of neurodegenerative diseases are explored. Simple approaches to bedside mental status testing, differential diagnosis and treatment, genetic testing, interpreting neuropsychological testing and neuroimaging findings, and assessing rapidly progressive dementias, paraneoplastic syndromes, and disorders of white matter give guidance to both the novice and expert in dementia. The basic science of dementia is outlined in introductory chapters on animal models of dementia, dementia epidemiology and dementia neuropathology. ... Read more

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Practical, useful, clinical
Specialists in behavioral neurology and neuropsychology will get a lot out of this book, as I did.It covers all the dementia syndromes from the biological, genetic, neuropsychological and behavioral points of view.Books in this area can be divided into two group:those aimed primarily at researchers, and those aimed primarily at practitioners.Research-oriented books are typically heavily referenced and include exhaustive detail even when it is not relevant to current practice.Practice-oriented books typically offer briefer summaries that try to separate out those facts and issues most useful when dealing with patients, and will gloss over or omit details of research if they don't have any relevance to clinical work.This is the latter type of book, and that's exactly what I was looking for.If you are as well, this book is a good option.

Disorders covered include:
Alzheimer's
Frontotemporal dementias
-Semantic dementia
-Progressive non-fluent aphasia
-Frontotemporal dementia (right frontal syndrome)
-Right temporal degeneration
Lewy body and parkinson's dementia
Progressive supranuclear palsy and related disorders
Corticobasal degeneration
Prion diseases
Vascular dementia
CADASIL
Neoplasms

There is also an entire section of the book, several chapters, devoted to mild cognitive impairment, which I found a very helpful summary of the research.Chapters cover genetics and neuropathology, so far as they are known; neuroimaging, clinical presentation, everyday problems, and neuropsychological test results; features most useful for differential diagnosis; and treatment and management issues.

I found the coverage just right to enhance my practice methods.Every chapter had at least a few useful facts for diagnostic purposes, and most had more that just a few.These ranged from the usefulness of neuroimaging in particular cases to the behavioral observations reported by third parties that most strongly predict one versus another diagnosis, to management suggestions for patients and families.

Well worth the price. ... Read more

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This book offers an accessible and sympathetic introduction for relatives, carers and professionals looking after or training to work with people with dementia. Drawing on the two 'laws of dementia', the author explains the causes of communication problems, mood disturbances and 'deviant' behaviours, with particular emphasis on how these are experienced by dementia sufferers themselves. Case examples demonstrate the typical symptoms and progression of dementia, and clear guidance is provided on how to support dementia sufferers at every stage and help them deal with the challenges posed by their condition. Relatives and carers will find this book a source of essential information and encouragement to deal confidently with the difficulties posed by the condition both for people with dementia and those around them. ... Read more

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The Simplicity of Dementia
This book was very informative for me and my family. We were able to understand better what our Mom is going through. I recommend it to anyone who has a friend or relative with dementia.
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Univ. of California, Los Angeles. Presents the latest scientific and clinical information on every type of dementing disease. Discusses the neurogenetics of dementia, frontotemporal dementia, prior diseases, the latest diagnostic tests, and pharmacologic management options. Previous edition: c1992. DNLM: Dementia. ... Read more

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Comprehensive!
I simply love this book! As a practicing geriatic psychiatrist, it has provided me relevant clinical information and the latest research on the subject. With more than 600 pages, this book offers comprehensive discussion on assessment, diagnosis, medical and neurologic conditions (manifesting as dementia), and treatment intervention. ... Read more

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"The book, aimed at practitioners, professionals and academics, involves an impressive and wide-ranging array of contributors from both the UK and the US. The book includes learning objectives and exercises, encouraging the reader to actively engage with the material. There is also an insightful preface from Daphne Wallace, a retired psychiatrist now experiencing early dementia. It's an admirably comprehensive and user-friendly resource for anyone with a professional or personal interest in excellent dementia care."
Community Care

"Written by leading theorists from a range of countries, this comprehensive text is a unique achievement. It is divided into four parts: principles and perspectives; knowledge and skills for supporting people with dementia; journeys through dementia care; and embedding experience in dementia care. Despite there being 46 contributors, there is a consistent voice addressing current thinking in dementia care, with good cross referencing. Expertise of researchers, practitioners and academic tutors is brought together in a stimulating, informative and sometimes provocative read."
Nursing Standard

"Dementia care has come of age with this book. It is an impeccably crafted collection of papers from eminent experts on both sides of the Atlantic. The book demonstrates confidence, based on both research evidence and well-grounded good practice, and a solid set of shared values both explicit and implicit. The contributors are refreshingly candid about debates and controversies. This book is authoritative and readable which makes it useful to a wide audience. It will provide knowledge, encouragement and motivation to a hard pressed workforce."
Mary Marshall OBE, Emeritus Professor, University of Stirling, Scotland

"Thanks to the variety of questions treated, illustrated by both discussions and exercises, this book is a clear and comprehensive pedagogic tool for any professional involved in the care of people (with dementia)."
Fondation Nationale de Gerontologie, Paris, France

This landmark textbook draws on the extensive knowledge of researchers, practitioners, and professionals in the care of people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. It is informed both by a profound respect for people with dementia and a commitment to including them in decisions about their care and lives. While focusing on care for people with dementia, this core text also addresses the most pressing concerns of families by promoting practices and services that recognise the full humanity of their relative with dementia. In addressing the many complex issues related to offering support to people with dementia and those who care for them, this timely textbook is unique in emphasising strategies for creating sustainable change in practice. The book includes examples from a range of countries, drawn from research, practice wisdom and, most importantly, from the experience of people with dementia and their families.

This key text offers valuable insights about how to:

• Provide competent and compassionate care for people with Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias
• Build systems to provide effective care
• Encourage collaboration among multi disciplinary professionals and users and carers
• Support those caring for people with dementia
• Ensure those with dementia maintain dignity, well-being and meaningful participation in life

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Clive Beaumont was diagnosed with Younger Onset Dementia at age 45, when his children were aged just 3 and 4. He had become less and less able to do his job properly and had been made redundant from the Army the year before.Clive's wife, Helen, tells of how she and the rest of the family made it through the next six years until Clive died: the challenge of continually adapting to his progressive deterioration; having to address the legal implications of the illness; applying for benefit payments; finding nursing homes; and juggling her responsibilities as a wife, a mother and an employee. She also describes the successful founding and development of The Clive Project, a registered charity set up by Helen and others in a bid to establish support services for people with Younger Onset Dementia. Younger Onset Dementia is comparatively rare, but not that rare. This story is for the family and friends of people with the condition, for the people themselves, and for the professionals working with them ... Read more