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The emphasis of this book is on a positive examination of the care of older people with a dementing illness and of the key aspects of this care. The fundamental belief underlying the book is that many of the so-called problems associated with dementia can be minimised or resolved through creative management.

Table of Contents
Preface.

Foreword.

Introduction.

1. Attitudes.

2. Getting old.

3. The Environment.

4. Communication.

5. The Day around the Person.

6. Appropriate Activity.

7. Carers.

8. The Philosophy of Care.

9. Managing Change.

10. The Quest for Quality.

Index.

Dementia: A Positive Approach

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    A Paperback / softback by Lynn Phair, Valerie Good

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      Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
      Published 1 January 2000
      ISBN-13 9781861560810
      978-1861560810
      ISBN-10 1861560818
      Also in:
      Geriatric medicine Mental health services Psychiatry

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The emphasis of this book is on a positive examination of the care of older people with a dementing illness and of the key aspects of this care. The fundamental belief underlying the book is that many of the so-called problems associated with dementia can be minimised or resolved through creative management.

      Table of Contents
      Preface.

      Foreword.

      Introduction.

      1. Attitudes.

      2. Getting old.

      3. The Environment.

      4. Communication.

      5. The Day around the Person.

      6. Appropriate Activity.

      7. Carers.

      8. The Philosophy of Care.

      9. Managing Change.

      10. The Quest for Quality.

      Index.

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