A DEEPER PERSPECTIVE ON ALZHEIMER’S AND OTHER DEMENTIAS: PRACTICAL TOOLS WITH SPIRITUAL INSIGHTS

Book ID/图书代码： 12787015B79332

English Summary/英文概要： Understand the profound lessons and gifts dementia provides.

Naturally, we all want a cure for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Meanwhile though, how can we create a quality of life for everyone affected, at each stage of the journey? How can we look more deeply into situations that, at first glance, seem hopeless and destructive in order to find opportunities for insight, inspiration, and greater understanding of those we love as well as of ourselves?

This book will help people caring for those going through the difficult dementia process find a way, through the tumultuous waves, to remain awake and open to the blessing of a journey that opens the heart, nurtures compassion, and ultimately enables each of us to be better human beings. It is also for those brave individuals living with memory loss illnesses, so that they be supported and allowed to live their experience fully in their own unique way, to express themselves, to love and be loved, and to be sheltered from harm. A person with dementia has a healthy and well spirit and, in the broadest sense, their brain is a vehicle of self-expression; it does not define their essence.

Finally, the author also addresses head-on the final stage of the disease, when the brain has exhausted all its compensatory ability and the individual is no longer able to take part in regular day-to-day life.

Coming from a rich professional background in caring, Megan Carnarius clearly outlines the different stages of dementia and highlights many practical aspects of dementia care, suggesting accessible tools for family and professionals alike. She also addresses the more subtle, spiritual dimensions of this illness with much compassion and understanding, offering new insights into areas hitherto not explored.

Chinese Summary/中文概要： 了解痴呆症背后的深刻道理

我们总是在寻求治疗老年痴呆及其他痴呆症的方法。而与此同时，我们是否考虑过，该如何为痴呆症患者在不同的患病阶段创建有品质的生活？对于这乍眼一看十分绝望的处境，又该如何深入剖析，为那些我们深爱的亲友以及我们自身寻找机遇及理解。

本书旨在帮助那些照料痴呆症患者的人们寻找一种方式，保持清醒的头脑，怀着恻隐之心迎接生命的旅程，最终使我们每个人都能更加坚强。同时，本书也为失忆症患者提供有用的见解，使其能够勇敢地表达自己、爱与被爱、不受到伤害。痴呆症患者具有健全的精神，并且，从广义上来说，他们的大脑是一种自我表现的媒介。

最后，作者也针对痴呆症晚期提供了解决办法，当患者已经无法生活自理时，该如何处理？

作者具备丰富的专业护理背景，在本书中详细阐述了痴呆症的不同阶段，并强调了痴呆症护理方面的重点，为家庭和专业人士提供了实用的工具。此外，作者还从精神层面上来看待这一病症，为该领域提供了全新的见解。（LYR）

Awards/获奖情况：“这本书对于普通家庭来说，是十分有效的；对于护理专业人士而言，可谓大开眼界；而对于成千上万的痴呆症患者而言，绝对是改变命运的一本书。”——Amelia Schafer，美国科罗拉多州阿尔茨海默症协会专业教育主任

“Megan Carnarius为与痴呆症患者打交道的人们提供了全新的见解，这本书对于从事护理业的人来说是必需的。书中教会我们如何重新审视对痴呆症的态度及感受，无疑为痴呆症患者带来了福音。”—— Anne Giesen，老年医学认证医师

“我一直在期盼这样一本书！Megan的写作手法真诚、怜悯、又富有幽默感。此书不仅包含了了解这类疾病的事实信息，还有许多叙述故事，使读者愿意读下去。Megan无疑是老年痴呆和痴呆症护理领域的专家。”—— Amanda Walther，家政机构所有人/运营商

“This book is validating for families, eye-opening for healthcare professionals, and life changing for millions of people living with dementia.” —Amelia Schafer, MS, Director of Professional Education, Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado

“Megan Carnarius offers wise, nuanced insight into the world of individuals dealing with dementia. Her book is an essential guide for caregivers who are along for the journey, offering creative, outside-the-box, yet practical ideas for dealing with challenging situations. Megan challenges us to re-evaluate our attitudes and feelings about dementia, with clear benefit to the individuals living with it.” —Anne Giesen, DO, Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine, Family Medicine, and Hospice/Palliative Medicine

“I have been waiting for a book like this for years! …Megan’s approach is compassionate, honest, intelligent, and humorous. This book has the facts and information to understand the disease and the narrative that makes the reader want to keep reading. Megan is THE expert on Alzheimer’s and dementia care, because she sees the person behind the disease and really responds to them and who they are today.” —Amanda Walther, Home Care Agency Owner/Operator, Tailored Lifestyles, LLC

About the Author/作者介绍： Megan Carnarius是阿尔茨海默症领域的专家，以其热心、人性化的照料方式而闻名。她曾在欧洲和美国接受过培训，具备国际视野以及25年的护理院设计及运营经验。1989年，Megan成功创办了第一所熟练记忆护理院，并于1996年开始在记忆护理设计领域提供咨询服务。此外，她曾为阿尔茨海默症教育协会效力15年。如今，Megan是一位广受欢迎的家庭咨询师、职业培训师及演讲者。

Alzheimer’s specialist Megan Carnarius, RN, is known for her warmly human touch in working with people with dementia and those who love them. Trained in Europe and the United States, she has international perspective and 25 years’ experience in designing and running memory care settings. In 1989, Megan Carnarius managed the first skilled memory care nursing setting in Boulder County. She started consulting in memory care design in 1996 and continues to assist owners with building designs as well as program and operational development. Megan also served on the Alzheimer’s education committee for 15 years. She is a sought-after family consultant, professional trainer, and lecturer.

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