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Intellectual Disabilities and Dementia : A Guide for Families by Karen Watchman (2017, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherKingsley Publishers, Jessica
ISBN-101849056773
ISBN-139781849056779
eBay Product ID (ePID)229439591
Product Key Features
Number of Pages120 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameIntellectual Disabilities and Dementia : a Guide for Families
Publication Year2017
SubjectNeurology, People with Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Diseases / Alzheimer's & Dementia
TypeTextbook
AuthorKaren Watchman
Subject AreaFamily & Relationships, Health & Fitness, Social Science, Medical
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.2 in
Item Weight5.6 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2016-053480
Dewey Edition23
Reviews[...] books like this and the information they contain are crucial. [...] It is essential that we raise awareness of the potential links between dementia and learning disabilities so that people and their families get the information and support they need. This book is an excellent example of how to do this., A very helpful read for family and carers of those with Intellectual Disabilities facing a possible diagnosis of dementia. Whilst alerting the reader to other health issues, it provides strategies for communicating, partnering and improving outcomes with an emphasis on quality of life. This is a guide that warrants more than one read.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal616.8/31
Table Of ContentIntroduction. 1. Recognising changes in health. 2. Strategies for support. 3. How to talk to a relative about their changing health and about dementia. 4. What will happen in the future? 5. Conclusion. Further information.
SynopsisDrawing on the author's first-hand experiences with families, this book provides crucial, accessible information and answers the difficult questions that often arise when a family member with an intellectual disability is diagnosed with dementia. Linking directly to policy and practice in both dementia and intellectual disability care, this ......, Selected for Reading Well for Dementia 2024: endorsed by health experts, charities and people affected by dementia. Drawing on the author's first-hand experiences with families, this book provides crucial, accessible information and answers the difficult questions that often arise when a family member with an intellectual disability is diagnosed with dementia. Linking directly to policy and practice in both dementia and intellectual disability care, this book takes an outcome-focussed approach to support short, medium and long-term planning. With a particular emphasis on communication, the author seeks to ensure that families and organisations are able to converse effectively about a relative's health and care. The book looks at how to recognise when changes in the health of a relative with an intellectual disability could indicate the onset of dementia, as well as addressing common concerns surrounding living situations, medication and care plans. Each chapter is structured to identify strategies for support whilst working towards outcomes identified by families as dementia progresses., Drawing on the author's first-hand experiences with families, this book provides crucial, accessible information and answers the difficult questions that often arise when a family member with an intellectual disability is diagnosed with dementia. Linking directly to policy and practice in both dementia and intellectual disability care, this book takes an outcome-focussed approach to support short, medium and long-term planning. With a particular emphasis on communication, the author seeks to ensure that families and organisations are able to converse effectively about a relative's health and care. The book looks at how to recognise when changes in the health of a relative with an intellectual disability could indicate the onset of dementia, as well as addressing common concerns surrounding living situations, medication and care plans. Each chapter is structured to identify strategies for support whilst working towards outcomes identified by families as dementia progresses.
LC Classification NumberRC521
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