This fully updated, concise and easy to read handbook combines a balanced review of the latest dementia knowledge, research and future developments with practical guidance based on the authors' considerable personal experience of dementia care.

1. Diagnosis 2. Behavioural disturbances 3. Sleep disturbances 4. Genetics 5. Biomarkers 6. Symptomatic treatments for dementia 7. Disease-modifying treatments 8. Long-term care 9. Assessment scales in the management of Alzheimer's disease 10. Future perspectives