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The Simplicity of Dementia

A Guide for Family and Carers

von: Huub Buijssen
25,99 €
Verlag:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format:	EPUB
Veröffentl.:	15.02.2005
ISBN/EAN:	9781846420962
Sprache:	englisch
Anzahl Seiten:	176

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Titelbeschreibung

This book offers an accessible and sympathetic introduction for relatives, carers and professionals looking after or training to work with people with dementia. Drawing on the two `laws of dementia', the author explains the causes of communication problems, mood disturbances and `deviant' behaviours, with particular emphasis on how these are experienced by dementia sufferers themselves. Case examples demonstrate the typical symptoms and progression of dementia, and clear guidance is provided on how to support dementia sufferers at every stage and help them deal with the challenges posed by their condition. Relatives and carers will find this book a source of essential information and encouragement to deal confidently with the difficulties posed by the condition both for people with dementia and those around them.

Titelkurzbeschreibung

This book offers an accessible and sympathetic introduction for relatives, carers and professionals looking after or training to work with people with dementia. Drawing on the two `laws of dementia', the author explains the causes of communication problems, mood disturbances and `deviant' behaviours.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface. 1. What is dementia? 2. The simple logic behind dementia 3. The experience of dementia 4. Communication. 5. Mood problems: Aggression, depression and suspicion 6. Behaviour problems: Clinging behaviour, wandering and nocturnal unrest 7. Management guidelines and activities 8. The family: The hidden victims 9. Feelings of guilt. References. Subject Index. Author Index.

Werbetext Überschrift

Essential information and encouragement for professionals and loved ones on how to understand and overcome common challenges in dementia care, focusing on the experience of the person with dementia themselves

Autorenportrait

Huub Buijssen is a psychogerontologist and clinical psychologist and has written many successful books on the subject of dementia. He regularly lectures to relatives and carers of dementia sufferers.