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WELLBEING IN DEMENTIA
Wellbeing in DementiaAn Occupational Approach for Therapists and Carers
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By
Tessa Perrin, PhD, MSc, DipCot, Independent Occupational Therapist
Hazel May, MA, DipCOT, SROT, University of Bradford, School of Health Studies, Bradford Dementia Group, West Yorkshire, UK

Description
This book discusses the way in which dementia is now being taught in courses. The problems of this client group are unique. The usual models of care used for other areas of occupational therapy have proved inadequate for these clients. This practical textbook presents a developmental model of practice for dementia care. It looks at the relationship between occupation, well being and dementia. It examines the critical role of the caregiver in delivering therapeutic interventions to dementia sufferers.

Audience
Occupational therapists, carers, clinical psychologists and social works. Nurses, other therapists (e.g. art, music and drama therapists), residential and day care staff working with dementia sufferers.

Contents
Dementia Redefined? Occupational Therapy Revisited. A Model of Cognition as a Basis for Theory. A Model of Play as a Basis for Practice. The Critical Role for the Carer. Sources of Conflict and Ill-Being in the Client/Carer Relationship. Non-Verbal Communication the Currency of Well-Being. Principles of Good Occupational Practice. Occupational Practice in Dementia Care. Assessment and Evaluation. The Dementia Therapist.

Bibliographic & ordering Information
Paperback, 184 pages, publication date: OCT-1999
ISBN-13: 978-0-443-06132-5
ISBN-10: 0-443-06132-7
Imprint: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE



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