PRESERVING THE ETCHINGS OF THE MIND
AGING, DEMENTIA, AND HEARING LOSS
by Jaime A.B. Wilson
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Pub Date 15 Aug 2023 | Archive Date 18 Sep 2023
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Description
In Preserving the Etchings of the Mind, Jaime A.B. Wilson, Ph.D., ABN, ABPP, embarks on a fascinating and entertaining journey on the what, how, and why of dementia and the hearing loss tie-in.
Those of us with hearing loss
– including our loved ones and esteemed healthcare providers
– must be aware of the 24% increase that hearing loss adds to dementia risk. Dr. Wilson discusses what we can do to protect ourselves against the disease of dementia while maximizing the quality of our lives during the Golden Years.
This book offers a rare and unique perspective into the world of dementia through the lens of hearing loss – a text others are calling a must-read.
Advance Praise
This book covers such important and, in ways, novel territory. Dr. Wilson provides essential information for individuals with hearing loss to keep the brain healthy, vital, and engaged. The primary auditory pathways and auditory association cortical areas comprise a substantial part of the brain. Etchings of the Mind elaborates on how to keep these critical neural systems active and adaptive as the brain ages.
Dr. Erin D. Bigler, Ph.D., ABPP
Board Certified Neuropsychologist
Emeritus Professor and Director of MRI Research Laboratory at Brigham Young University
Author/Editor of 11 Textbooks & 600+ Peer-reviewed Articles & Publications
This book will help empower individuals with hearing loss to proactively address their needs to manage their potential risks for cognitive decline. By arming them with this valuable information, they can engage their healthcare providers and healthcare systems meaningfully and ensure that they are not marginalized or ignored with respect to their healthcare needs.
Dr. Michael M. McKee, MD, MPH
Board Certified Family Medicine Physician
Dexter Health Center – Deaf Health Clinic
University of Michigan Medical School
In Preserving the Etchings of the Mind, Dr. Wilson delivers an exceptional review of the dementia risk factors, including that of hearing loss. He addresses the all-important issue of medical conditions that, once addressed, resolves the underlying dementia-like condition. Dr. Wilson also provides tools, evidence-based insights, and pharmacological options for reducing the risk of cognitive decline and leading healthier lives today.
Dr. David S. Shearer, Ph.D., MSCP, ABMP
Board Certified Prescribing Medical Psychologist
Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC)
Director of Behavioral Sciences, Family Medicine Residency
This book helps to clarify the hearing loss and dementia connection while also providing current trends in behavioral and pharmacological options to improve our odds of staying mentally sharp. The book is well written and flows very nicely, providing a background on dementia. Dr. Wilson’s style of writing is informative, but the writing is relaxed, with good examples that are easily relatable and will keep the reader’s interest. He does not burden the reader with jargon but provides a logical connection between dementia and hearing loss. Highly recommend.
Dr. Randall L. Tackett, Ph.D.
Professor of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy
Associate Department Head
College of Pharmacy, University of Georgia
Athens, GA
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781737711773 |
| PRICE | US$24.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Bookseller 1225138
This book sounds the clarion call for reducing the risk of cognitive decline, especially for those of us with hearing loss. In easy-to-digest language, Dr. Wilson provides guidance on how best to improve our odds of staying cognitively sharp. Minimizing the dementia risk factors, especially as it relates to hearing loss is essential to ensuring maximum quality of life over the long term.
Sarah M, Reviewer
Dr. Wilson talks about the link between hearing loss and memory loss. This is the only book of it's kind in America. Everyone shoukd read this book and learn how to fight memory loss and protect the brain for a better future.
Reviewer 1229816
This book is super interesting! It is very educational and will help you have a fuller understanding of dementia, hearing loss, and more. 10/10 stars on my book list!
Reviewer 1230299
I feel like I got a better understanding on how it is being deaf in our normal day stuff for the hearing, I got to experience the world of the non-hearing for a day and it gave me a better view on how they live in the head world.
Monika K, Educator
Preserving the Etchings of the Mind written by Dr. Wilson is an important contribution to the field of psychology, neuropsychology and disabilities studies. it elucidates hearing loss and its effects on the brain with thoughtfulness and precision. It captures those who are doing advocacy work on behalf of people with neurological difficulties, and working in the related fields.
This book is written in a well-researched manner, drawing the professional audience who would like to glean more information about the topics, It is poignantly drawing the audience of people who experience hearing loss and other cognitive processing difficulties as well as their families and caregivers. It is written compassionately,, yet offering much needed technical support.
I would highly recommend this book to professionals working in the field of psychology, neuropsychology, and psychiatry. I also deem this book very suitable for families, those who are caregivers or conducting related research. This book is well-suited for educators who may want to include the text in their curricula.
A well done contribution by Dr. Jaime A.G. Wilson!
Great effort with a captivating title that contains the essence of the content of this written work!
Dr. Monika Kos Y Gonzales, Ph.D., ABSNP, NCSP
Author of "Caregiving Affective Resources and Emotional Support (CARES)"
Author of "Stroke Mosaique".
Licensed Psychologist, School Neuropsychologist
Disability Advocate, Educator
Reviewer 1230301
A lot of good and useful information in this book! The topics discussed may prove useful to many people and give them insight they may not have otherwise been able to find anywhere else.
Jerrick P, Reviewer
So far, its good book. Brings attention to deaf community which is not known by majority of society.
James W, Reviewer
I just finished Dr Wilson’s excellent treatise on dementias and was impressed to say the least. As a non-mental health practitioner, my first impression was the readability and accessibility to the layperson. I loved the wonderful metaphor in the title. I was engaged from the start, and as an aging adult with deaf family members I anxiously read the descriptions of signs and symptoms with myself and family in mind.
I was so impressed with the simultaneous accessibility of the material and the scientific rigor of evidence-based conclusions. What a comfort and confidence builder to be armed with knowledge that we’re not helpless as we move through the mental health challenges we all face. If only I had read this book 40 years ago!
Jimmy T, Reviewer
Feedback on "PRESERVING THE ETCHINGS OF THE MIND" by Jaime A.B. Wilson
The book provides a clear explanation of dementia. It makes a valuable point that dementia is not a normal part of aging, which is a common misconception. This distinction is crucial for raising awareness and reducing the stigma around dementia.
The prevalence and the age of onset are helpful in understanding the scope of the problem.
The risk factors associated with dementia are invaluable.
Useful illustrations enhance the comprehension of the concepts presented.
I appreciate the detailed referencing in the book.
I would recommend this book.
