by Graham Stokes (Author)
Understanding socially disruptive behavior in dementia is never easy. Most explanations offer neither solace nor solutions for families and carers, and treatment is often characterized by policies of control and containment. The result of Graham Stokes' 15 years of clinical work with people who are challenging, this book: disputes the traditional medical model of dementia and asserts that if we reach behind the barrier of cognitive devastation and decipher the cryptic messages, it can be shown that much behavior is not meaningless but meaningful. It contrasts the medical interpretation that sees anti-social behavior as mere symptoms of disease with a person-centered interpretation that resonates change and resolution. It offers a radical and innovative interpretation of challenging behavior consistent with the new culture of dementia care, focusing on needs to be met rather than problems to be managed.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Edition: 1
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 14 Jul 2000
ISBN 10: 0863883974
ISBN 13: 9780863883972
A detailed, extremely practical book ... This book's value is in its thorough treatment of this often complex area of clinical work ... undoubtedly a valuable source of information. - RCSLT Bulletin
This practical, spiral-bound book is a popular and useful text ... recommended to neuroscience nurses ... should be in every nursing library. - British Journal of Neuroscience Nursing
Comprehensive and easy to use text...this is a well presented, easy to read, comprehensive text; a must for any clinician working in the field. - International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry
This manual draws on research to highlight the feeding and swallowing difficulties that may accompany dementia...needs assessment is guided by a discussion of a wide range of sensory, psychomotor, neurological and emotional factors. - Exceptional Child Educational Resources
She has produced a detailed, extremely practical book...This book's value is in its thorough treatment of this often complex area of clinical work. - Bulletin
The Layout is clear and concise; it provides good value for money and is defiantly a practical reference. - Speech & Language Therapy on Practice
The book provides a balanced mix of theory and practice. All professionals will find the assessment forms and case studies useful. There is an excellent section on the ethics of tube feeding in severe dementia...The book advocates a team approach, which is reflected by the fact that all health professionals will find it a useful addition to their libraries. - Therapy Weekly
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