As his life is reduced to moments of clarity, the true power of thought and his ability to connect to the world shines through.Ī testament to the beauty of memory, Losing My Mind is more than just an account of Alzheimer's, it is the captivating story of one man's battle to stay connected with the world. He suddenly is confronted with the fact that from now on. But to DeBaggio, memory is more than just an account of a time long past, it is one's ability to function, to think and ultimately, to survive. Tom DeBaggio is 57 years old when his doctor tells him that he has Alzheimers in its early stages. More books from this author: Thomas DeBaggio. DeBaggio poignantly depicts one of the most important parts of our lives - remembrance - and how we tend to overlook it. Losing My Mind An Intimate Look at Life with Alzheimer's By Thomas DeBaggio Trade Paperback Get a FREE ebook by joining our mailing list today Plus, receive recommendations and exclusive offers on all of your favorite books and authors from Simon & Schuster. DeBaggio started writing on the first day of his diagnosis and has continued despite his slipping grasp on his memory.ĭeBaggio paints a vivid picture of the splendor of memory and the pain that comes from its loss. Thomas DeBaggio (1942-2011) was an American author, herb grower, and advocate for research into Alzheimers disease. Losing My Mind is an extraordinary first-person account that charts the ups and downs of early onset Alzheimer's - a form of the disease which can he particularly ravaging to younger, more alert minds. After it subsequent battery of tests, DeBaggio joined the legion of twelve million others afflicted with Alzheimer's disease. One winter day, he told his doctor during a routine exam that he had been stumbling into forgetfulness. In the book Losing My Mind, Thomas DeBaggio, at the age of 57, wrote an exceptional first-person narrative story about his experience with Alzheimer’s disease and its effect on his life and the life of his family. When Tom DeBaggio turned fifty-seven in 1999, he thought he was embarking on the golden years of retirement - time to spend with his family, his friends, and the herb garden he spent decades cultivating.

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