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Still Alice
Book • 2009
The novel follows Alice Howland, a celebrated Harvard professor and linguistics expert, as she navigates the devastating diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer's disease.
The story, told from Alice's perspective, details her increasing disorientation, memory loss, and the emotional and practical challenges she and her family face.
Despite her fierce independence, Alice's sense of self is gradually stripped away, affecting her relationships with her husband, John, and their three children.
The book provides a heartfelt and insightful look into the experiences of those living with Alzheimer's disease and their loved ones.
The story, told from Alice's perspective, details her increasing disorientation, memory loss, and the emotional and practical challenges she and her family face.
Despite her fierce independence, Alice's sense of self is gradually stripped away, affecting her relationships with her husband, John, and their three children.
The book provides a heartfelt and insightful look into the experiences of those living with Alzheimer's disease and their loved ones.
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as a novel adapted into a film starring Julianne Moore.


Dan Harris

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How To Prevent Dementia | Lisa Genova
Mentioned by Glenn Weldon as an example of a strong, underestimated woman who is nobly suffering in the face of adversity.

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as the author of the book and expert on Alzheimer's disease.


Elise Hu

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's best-selling 2007 novel.

Andrew Keen

Lisa Genova

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when discussing the themes of family and identity in Baby Girl.


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Authored by Lisa Genova and adapted into a film starring Julianne Moore.

Your Brain On... Menopause
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when discussing a movie he recommends about early-onset Alzheimer's.

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when discussing a movie about a woman with early-onset dementia.


Gabriel Mizrahi

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for its impact on her and her relationship with her grandparents who suffered from dementia and Alzheimer's.


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