ABC of Dementia is a practical guide, written with the needs of
professionals in training in mind. Its aim is to enable readers to
explore attitudes towards dementia, and find the knowledge and skills
required in the important task of supporting the lives of people with
dementia and their carers. This new edition is designed to assist
students and practitioners working within both primary and secondary
care settings with the diagnosis, treatment and provision of care. It
covers the causes of dementia, diagnostic assessment, early
intervention, pharmacological treatment, person-centred care, legal and
ethical issues, and more.
This resource has been thoroughly revised to reflect the most recent
research and evidence-based practice. New and expanded content addresses
dementia and frailty in care homes, explores the role of technology in
the treatment of dementia, discusses working with minority groups, and
examines case studies.
- Aids healthcare professionals in developing the knowledge, skills and
confidence to care for those with dementia
- Highlights the importance of person-centred care and the effects of
dementia on families and carers
- Describes the cognitive changes and neurological disorders central to
dementia
- Addresses the needs of younger people developing dementia
- Provides guidance on managing dementia in primary care, the acute
hospital and end-of-life care settings
- Covers the Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Dementia (NPSD)
- Features numerous full-colour photographs and illustrations
ABC of Dementia is a must-have for healthcare students, general
practitioners, and other healthcare professionals caring for people with
dementia. It will also be of interest to members of the general public
who wish to know more about dementia.
