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"The common perception of Alzheimer's from people who haven't experienced it is that it's more like a 'quirk' which all elderly people experience at some point. But Alzheimer's is so much more than simple forgetfulness. With the memory loss comes confusion . . . What was once the bedroom turns into a frightening place . . . . They may not recognize family members and instead see them as strangers with unknown intentions. This gives them so much stress every day that they may lash out or become depressed." —Charlie Poole, Alzheimer's caregiver
Alzheimer's patients are one of the fastest-growing populations among aging communities in the United States. In 2024 roughly 6.9 million Americans aged sixty-five and older had Alzheimer's disease. By 2050 that number is set to nearly double. An Alzheimer's diagnosis affects more than just the patient—it impacts their family and friends too. As the disease progresses, the patient's memory deteriorates, and their behavior may suddenly change. They may need more attention, care, and supervision. Many people are thrust into the role of a caregiver without preparation or knowledge of what's to come.
In Disconnected: Understanding Alzheimer's Disease, author and registered nurse Connie Goldsmith looks at the stages of Alzheimer's, details current clinical research, and shares more than a dozen stories of patients and their families. No matter what age you are, it's important to grow awareness for Alzheimer's, recognize its signs and symptoms—and learn what you can do in the event that someone you love is diagnosed with the disease.
"The common perception of Alzheimer's from people who haven't experienced it is that it's more like a 'quirk' which all elderly people experience at some point. But Alzheimer's is so much more than simple forgetfulness. With the memory loss comes confusion . . . What was once the bedroom turns into a frightening place . . . . They may not recognize family members and instead see them as strangers with unknown intentions. This gives them so much stress every day that they may lash out or become depressed." —Charlie Poole, Alzheimer's caregiver
Alzheimer's patients are one of the fastest-growing populations among aging communities in the United States. In 2024 roughly 6.9 million Americans aged sixty-five and older had Alzheimer's disease. By 2050 that number is set to nearly double. An Alzheimer's diagnosis affects more than just the patient—it impacts their family and friends too. As the disease progresses, the patient's memory deteriorates, and their behavior may suddenly change. They may need more attention, care, and supervision. Many people are thrust into the role of a caregiver without preparation or knowledge of what's to come.
In Disconnected: Understanding Alzheimer's Disease, author and registered nurse Connie Goldsmith looks at the stages of Alzheimer's, details current clinical research, and shares more than a dozen stories of patients and their families. No matter what age you are, it's important to grow awareness for Alzheimer's, recognize its signs and symptoms—and learn what you can do in the event that someone you love is diagnosed with the disease.
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About the Author-
Connie Goldsmith is a registered nurse with a bachelor of science degree in nursing and a master of public administration degree in health care. She has written numerous books for YA readers and nearly two hundred magazine articles. Her recent books include Kiyo Sato: From a WWII Japanese Internment Camp to a Life of Service (2020), a Junior Library Guild selection; Running on Empty: Sleeplessness in American Teens (2021); Understanding Coronaviruses: SARS, MERS, and the COVID-19 Pandemic (2021); and Bombs Over Bikini: The World's First Nuclear Disaster (2014), a Junior Library Guild selection, a Children's Book Committee at Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year, an Association of Children's Librarians of Northern California Distinguished Book, and an SCBWI Crystal Kite Winner. She lives in Sacramento, California. Visit her website at http://www.conniegoldsmith.com/.
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