Introduction

ix

1

What is Lewy Body Dementia?

1

2

How do I Find a Specialist and Get a Diagnosis I can Trust?

13

3

Slowing the Progress of Dementia

25

4

Coping with Cognitive Symptoms

33

5

Coping with Motor Dysfunctions

61

6

Sleep Disorders and Lewy Body Dementia

69

7

What are Perceptual Dysfunctions?

81

8

Drug Sensitivities and Adverse Reactions

93

9

Managing Acting-Out Behaviors

119

10

Coping with Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunctions

139

11

Coping with Urinary Tract Dysfunctions

161

12

How do I Build a Health Care Team?

169

13

Managing Legal and Financial Issues

197

14

End-of-Life Issues

211

15

How do I Take Care of Myself?

223

Glossary

237

Acronyms

257

Online Resources

263

References

265

Index

273