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This book gives a wide range of information concerning self-management and of self-management of dementia. It includes an overview about aging of the population with the consequence of increased risk for chronic disease, diabetes, cardiovascular conditions and especially dementia. It is unlikely, that a drug will be found in the near future, which can cure Alzheimer’s disease. Therefore, other conceptions have to be supported with the overall aim to increase the quality of life of patients and their families or caregivers, including financial aspects.
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Bährer-Kohler, S. (2009). Conclusion. In: Bährer-Kohler, S. (eds) Self Management of Chronic Disease. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-00326-4_12
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