Book of Donmon Teith

Almost 25 years have passed since the Demography of Aging (1994) was published by the National Research Council. Future Directions for the Demography of Aging i

While growing older is inevitable, many of the troubles we associate with aging--including dementia, disability, and an increased dependence on others--are not.

Several million Americans are afflicted with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementing disorder. For families, professional caregivers, policy makers, and the

With the aging of the baby boomers and medical advances that promote longevity, older adults are rapidly becoming the fastest growing segment of the population.

Drawing on the most current research, this study is the perfect companion for those who work alongside elderly people with and without dementia. The book explai