The Shapes of Memory Loss: Stories, Poems, and Essays from the University of Michigan Medical School and Health System
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Rating | : | 4.26 (825 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1607852926 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 168 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2013-04-13 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Shows potential of older people as writers Touching and also fun to read. Everybody should be given this chance to contribute to a book like this, it seems to me.
“Shapes of Memory Loss” is a collection of poetry, fiction, and narrative written by and about people with cognitive impairment or dementia. Healthcare professionals will gain information and insight about these disorders presented from the perspective of patients and families affected by them.. The authors, all affiliated with the University of Michigan Health System, come forward to share their personal experience as they “navigate this unknown territory”. The book serves as an educational and support tool for anyone who has been touched by dementia, memory loss, and other related disorders. These pieces offer the reader a view into the