Prasher, Vee P.

Down syndrome and dementia. : a comprehensive and historical review / Vee P. Prasher. - x, 320 pages ; 26 cm. - Disability studies .

Includes bibliographical references (pages 279-280) and indexes.

Preface to the First Edition

About the author

Dedication

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Overview articles on dementia and Down syndrome

Chapter 3. epidemiological issues on dementia in Down syndrome

Chapter 4. Neuropathological issues on dementia in Down syndrome

Chapter 5. Clinical presentation of dementia in Down syndrome

Chapter 6. Neuropsychological assessments for dementia in Down syndrome

Chapter 7. Neuroimaging and neurophysiological issues on dementia in Down syndrome

Chapter 8. Biochemical abnormalities, dementia and Down syndrome

Chapter 9. Genetic association between dementia and Down syndrome

Chapter 10. Management and treatment of dementia in Down syndrome

Chapter 11. Services for adults with Down syndrome and dementia

Chapter 12. Textbook publications on Down syndrome and Dementia

Chapter 13. About the Disability Studies Book Series

Index

9781620812631 (hardcover)

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Down syndrome.
Down syndrome--History.
Dementia.
Dementia--History.

RC571 / .P73 2012

616.858 842 PRA; 1