Enhancing Cognitive Fitness in Adults
. Ed(S): Hartman-Stein, Paula E.; Rue, Asenath La
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Hardback. This book highlights the research foundations behind brain fitness and showcases innovative community programs to promote mental fitness in adults with cognitive impairment, from writing workshops and multimedia strategies to meditation and exercise. Editor(s): Hartman-Stein, Paula E.; Rue, Asenath La. Num Pages: 499 pages, 17 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MJN; MJX; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 34. Weight in Grams: 906.
Late life is characterized by great diversity in memory and other cognitive functions. Although a substantial proportion of older adults suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, a majority retain a high level of cognitive skills throughout the life span. Identifying factors that sustain and enhance cognitive well-being is a growing area of original and translational research. In 2009, there are as many as 5.2 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, and that figure is expected to grow to as many as 16 million by 2050. One in six women and one in 10 men who live ... Read more
Late life is characterized by great diversity in memory and other cognitive functions. Although a substantial proportion of older adults suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, a majority retain a high level of cognitive skills throughout the life span. Identifying factors that sustain and enhance cognitive well-being is a growing area of original and translational research. In 2009, there are as many as 5.2 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, and that figure is expected to grow to as many as 16 million by 2050. One in six women and one in 10 men who live ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
499
Condition
New
Number of Pages
499
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9781441906359
SKU
V9781441906359
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99-15
About . Ed(S): Hartman-Stein, Paula E.; Rue, Asenath La
Paula Hartman-Stein, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, founder of the Center for Healthy Aging, and director of geriatric psychology for Summa Health System. She received her doctoral degree from Kent State University in 1982, going on to complete her post-doctoral training in the departments of medicine and surgery at Akron General Medical Center, and her geropsychology training at Case Western ... Read more
Reviews for Enhancing Cognitive Fitness in Adults
From the reviews: “This book was designed for the clinician wanting to develop interventions/programs for their patients or local aging community … . an essential read for those interested in setting up interventions for combating cognitive decline in the elderly. … there is a wealth of experience and creativity in these chapters that will only help to sharpen the ... Read more