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Tangled Up by Michael Hornberger (Hardback)
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9781914487422
Published:
24 Apr 2025
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
320 pages
Dimensions:
234x153x27mm
Weight:
0.444kgs
Author:
The only guide for the public to the science and history of Alzheimer's disease. This book can help you if you fear that you have Alzheimer's disease or if a friend or family member has Alzheimer's disease.
The only comprehensive guide to the history and science of Alzheimer's disease
With vivid examples, dementia expert Michael Hornberger takes you on a whistle-stop tour of every aspect of Alzheimer's disease, from its origins to modern diagnosis and treatment.
Professor Hornberger shows how you can protect yourself and your family from developing the disease. His book explains:
What causes Alzheimer's disease Why Alzheimer's often affects memory first The role of genetics in raising and lowering risk for the disease The chances you will inherit Alzheimer's from your parents The practical steps you can take to reduce your risk of getting dementiaAlzheimer's disease accounts for around 70% of all people with dementia and its incidence is growing.
Prof Hornberger, a neuroscientist who has researched Alzheimer's for decades, delves into this most common form of dementia by looking at the very first patient, Auguste Deter, who was diagnosed with 'Alzheimer's'. Mrs Deter was interviewed by a pioneering German doctor, Alois Alzheimer. She could remember her wedding but not her husband's name or where they lived.
Generally, old memories thrive in most people with Alzheimer's disease, while newer ones are harder to remember. But, as this guide explains, some lesser-known Alzheimer's variants, such as Posterior Cortical Atrophy, do not start with memory loss.
Prof Hornberger explains the role that inherited genes play in transmitting Alzheimer's, including the important difference between risk genes and familial Alzheimer's disease genes - which make developing the disease a near certainty.
Finally, the book looks at new 'biomarkers' and blood tests to detect, diagnose and monitor Alzheimer's, and which new treatments are emerging.
Prof Hornberger warns that popularly touted techniques to prevent Alzheimer's may not be worth your time or money. Instead, he sets out the steps you can take to protect yourself from this debilitating degenerative disease.
Reviews
'A fascinating journey, both historically and scientifically, from the first recorded case of Alzheimer's disease through to modern therapies. This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to understand the real science behind what causes Alzheimer's disease and how best to prevent it.' - John O'Brien, Professor of Old Age Psychiatry, University of Cambridge
'This is such a clear and interesting book, which takes away the fear from something to which we are all at risk. It is high time we knew more, and this is just the place to start.' - Professor Tom Shakespeare, Professor of Disability Research, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
'It expertly balances deep scientific insights with engaging storytelling... As we enter an era of hope in our battle against this devastating disease, Tangled Up is an invaluable resource for the curious reader, be they caregiver, scientist or medical professional.' - Karen Duff, Centre Director, UK Dementia Research Institute, University College London
About the author
Michael Hornberger is Professor of Applied Dementia Research at the University of East Anglia in the UK. He regularly meets patients with Alzheimer's disease as part of his research aimed at improving diagnosis, disease tracking and symptom management.
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About the Author: Michael Hornberger is Professor of Applied Dementia Research and Associate Dean of Innovation at Norwich Medical School at the University of East Anglia in the UK. He regularly meets patients with Alzheimer's disease as part of his research aimed at improving diagnosis, disease tracking and symptom management. Michael is originally from Germany and studied at the universities of Osnabruck and Vienna. He gravitated to England where he did his PhD at University College London before working at Cambridge University. He spent six years in Sydney, Australia, before returning to Cambridge. He finally arrived at UEA in November 2015. In his spare time, he listens to jazz.
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