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    Definition

    “A persistent pattern of inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity or both, occurring more frequently and severely than is typical in individuals at a comparable level of development.  The illness may begin in early childhood, but symptoms have been present for many years.  The prevalence is estimated to be 3 to 5 percent in children; data for adults are not available.”  (Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary)

     

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    · Discuss the possibilities of preventing or delaying Alzheimer's.

    · What are the promises of genetic therapy, vaccines, and enzymes like Beta-Secretase in treating Alzheimer's?

    · Are researchers close to finding an effective treatment for Alzheimer's disease?

    · How common is Alzheimer's disease among people over 65 years old? Why?

    · Should Congress earmark research funds for specific diseases like Alzheimer's?

    · Could a surge of new Alzheimer's cases bankrupt the Medicare and Medicaid programs?

    · What can be done to assist those caring for an Alzheimer's patient at home?

    · How should the National Football League address the problem of retired players who develop dementia ?

    · Will stem cell research help in the fight against Alzheimer's disease?


     

    Available at the Reference Desk

    Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center: Elderly

    Encyclopedia of Family Health

    DSM-IV-TR

    Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders and Birth Defects

    Merck Manual

     

    Reference Books

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    Encyclopedia of disability
    Call Number: REF HV1568 .E528

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    Gale encyclopedia of science
    Call Number: REF Q121 .G37

    Encyclopedia of human development

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    Conn's Current Therapy
    Call Number: REF RM101 .C87


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    Encyclopedia of human development
    Call Number: REF HM626 .E53

     
     

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