CAN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE BE PREVENTED? GENES, LIFESTYLES AND CROSSWORD PUZZLES

Course overview

This course is based on a publication of the National Institute of Health (NIH) about preventing Alzheimers disease (AD). It provides an overview of the risk factors which are within and beyond our control. It discusses pharmacological and non-pharmacological prevention strategies for AD. This course also outlines directions for future research in Alzheimers disease prevention. This course serves as an excellent resource for mental health professionals who would like to build or refresh their knowledge about preventing Alzheimers disease. Psychologists, social workers, mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists can benefit from this course. This course may also be helpful for other practitioners, such as dieticians and nutritionists who may work with clients who are at risk for Alzheimers disease. This course is appropriate for beginning, intermediate and advanced level practitioners who work with a geriatric or elderly population and who wish to develop their clinical skills in this area. Author: National Institute of Health Learning Objectives: This course will provide a professional with an overview of Alzheimers disease prevention. Specifically, a professional will: Describe the risk factors associated with Alzheimers disease. Compare prevention strategies for Alzheimers disease. Identify research directions in Alzheimers disease prevention. Visit us on the web at Ce-Classes.com