White matter injury can result from both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke as well as a host of other CNS diseases and conditions such as neonatal injuries, neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's disease, traumatic brain injuries, carbon monoxide poisoning, and drug or alcohol overdoses.

A major effect of dementia is its impact on communication. Alison Wray explains why the changes occur and offers practical ideas for avoiding key pitfalls. With attention also to the fraught question of well-intentioned lying, this book offers a wealth of ways to improve conversations and relationships when someone is living with a dementia.