Full Description
This book presents current research in the study of non-pharmacological treatment proposed in dementia care. Topics discussed include music therapy in dementia; predictors of effective support for carers of persons with dementia; computer-assisted spaced retrieval training of faces and names for persons with dementia; physical and mental exercises plus work therapy for Alzheimer's patients; recreational therapy interventions and Cognitive Stimulation Therapy.
Contents
Preface; Music Therapy in Dementia; French Clinical Practice Guidelines for Non Pharmacologic Interventions in Alzheimer's Disease & Related Conditions Issues & Perspectives; Recreational Therapy Interventions: A Fresh Approach to Treating Apathy & Mixed Behaviors in Dementia; Life Review with People with Dementia in Care Homes: A Preliminary Randomized Controlled Trial; Translating Research into Practice: A Pilot Study Examining the Use of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) after a One-Day Training Course; User-Participatory Development of Assistive Technology for People with Dementia -- From Needs to Functional Requirements. First Results of the COGKNOW Project.NER(01): GB IE
