Dementia and Normal Ageing
Old age comes with quite a number of complications and change of behavior as well as physical changes. On the other hand, dementia also comes in with several symptoms that are closely related or similar to those displayed by people in old age. This makes it quite tricky for the family members of an ageing individual to tell whether the person is undergoing normal ageing or has been affected by dementia. This is made even harder to tell apart by the fact that dementia is more frequent among people of old age than the young people. The research paper looks at the two aspects and strives to contrast the two taking into account the biological, psychological, physiological as well as the sociological perspectives towards the two concepts.
Normal ageing
As we advance in years, the body gives way to several other signs that we did not have previously and…...
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Since individuals who are included in those demographics normally will have less in resources that can be used to seek out treatments, the burden will fall on society. If an efficient and cost-effective treatment can be found then society, as well as the individuals affected would benefit greatly.
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Levine, Robert (2006) Defying Dementia: Understanding and Preventing…...
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(Transforming Care for People with Dementia across the Continuum)
Dementia can be cured with a mixture of psychotherapy, environmental modifications, and medicines. Drug treatment can be problematic by forgetfulness, mainly if the advised drug is to be taken a number of times a day. Behavioral problems are due to irritation or over stimulation. Enjoyable activities, like crafts, games, and music, can give therapeutic motivation and enhance mood. Changing the environment can increase protection and consolation while lessening tension. (What's the treatment for dementia?)
Often head injuries bring a sudden coping crisis. The sudden unpleasant changes that go with a head injury certainly cause many emotions. The injured individual's atmosphere must be neither too quiet nor too confused. The atmosphere must be made secure by taking away area mats to decrease falls, removing danger, giving tub bars, and putting child locks on cabinets or stove knobs if required. If the patient is…...
Byrnes, Glenn. "Dealing with Dementia: Help for Relatives, Friends and Caregivers" Retrieved at Accessed on 26 June 2005http://www.ncpamd.com/dementia.htm .
(Alzheimer's Society, 2007).
As affirmed that fifty five staff members were presented at all four sittings of the certificate training. Members who focused on all four sessions were alike to those who did not, in age, sum of years finished in school, employee's position and other individuality. As predictable, those who worked most to all of their time on the individual care unit were more probable to complete all four components. However, unpredictably, those who had no previous training were less likely to go to for all four than those who had some training. Training members were asked their view on twenty eight statements related to dementia and caring for people with dementia, together with such statements as spending time with people with dementia can be very enjoyable, good dementia care involves caring for a person's emotional needs as well as their physical needs, family members can provide valuable information…...
Alzheimer's Society. (2007). Home From Home: A Report Highlighting Opportunities for Improving Standards of Dementia Care in Care Homes. Retrieved on December 26, 2007 at http://www.alzheimers.org.uk
Dementia
Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia, of which there are many types. Dementia is a term that describes a number of conditions that lead to a loss of intellectual capacities but initially occurring with clear consciousness. The area most often first affected is memory; however, with some types of dementia this may not be the case. The DSM-IV-T diagnostic criteria for dementia consist of memory loss and the loss of one other cognitive domain. The disorder must result in significant impairment or distress either social, occupational or some other area of the person's functioning and must also constitute a marked change from the person's prior functioning (American Psychiatric Association [APA], 2000).
Alzheimer's Disease (AD)
Alzheimer's disease (AD) accounts for majority of dementia cases (50-60%) followed by vascular dementia (between 15-30%). Other common forms of dementia include Lewy body dementia and dementia associated with Parkinson's disease, but there are many different causes…...
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Disorders- 4th edition- Text Revision. Washington, D.C.: American Psychiatric Association
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Miller, B.L. & Boeve, B.F. (2009). The Behavioral Neurology of Dementia. New York:
Dementia
hat happens to a family when one member -- the husband -- slides into the terrible and mysterious illness called frontotemporal dementia? How does his wife deal with his disease? An article in The New York Times delves deeply into the life of a New York engineer named Michael French, who began acting in bizarre, unexplainable ways in his 50s, and now, at 71, can no longer speak, write, read or walk. This paper reviews that article and reports on recommended caregiving strategies for patients with dementia.
A Rare Form of Dementia Tests a Vow of "For Better, for orse"
Michael French began acting a little weird when he was in his 50s, about ten years before he was diagnosed with the rare form of dementia noted in the introduction, according to his wife Ruth. This was totally out of character because Michael had run marathons, lectured at conventions, did volunteer work,…...
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Family Caregiver Alliance. (2011). Fact Sheet: Caregiver's Guide to Understanding Dementia
Dementia
Case Study Review: A basis for interpersonal Practice
Communication is the process of conveying opinions and exchanging ideas in a way which enhances the interpersonal relationship between individuals. It is a skill that enables us to share ideas and solve the problems that people encounter in their everyday life to live meaningfully. Communication is verbal and non- verbal and everything that anyone does is part of communication and conveys some impression to another party. It helps in connecting individuals and improving the relationship between people in any situation. Good interpersonal skills makes it easy for feelings, thoughts and needs of others to be known by others as they are listened to and understood in the best way. (Koprowska, 2008)
Larry is experiencing the consequences of poor communication. The inability to share information with his family or neighbours in the belief that they will avoid his wife is based on the perception of…...
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However, we can not forget that the care workers also have rights. Under the Carers (Equal Opportunities) Act 2004, care givers are to be able to have access to training, work and leisure opportunities just as any other worker has the right to. The Act requires that employers provide job assessments be offered to care givers, that they consider the needs of care givers with regard to leisure, education, training and work. Not all care givers will wish to pursue all of the above options. However, practitioners completing assessments with the caregiver should be able to signpost them to other relevant agencies (Legislation.gov.uk 2004).
Refer to (IR (ME)R 2000) (Ionisation Radiation Regulations)
Caregivers, especially live-in and full-time caregivers, are very frequently exposed to the same environmental conditions. These can include x-ray and other equipment that gives out hazardous radiations in both medical and dental environments, as well as radioactive wastes. The Medical Exposures Directive requires that all medical exposures to ionising radiation have to be justified prior to the exposure being made. This Directive refers to two levels of justification; 1) justification
Dementia an Inevitable Part of the Aging Process?
Dementia is a chronic and usually progressive deterioration of mental abilities and intellectual capacity due to changes in the brain such as widespread loss of nerve cells and the shrinkage of brain tissue. Since dementia is most commonly seen in the elderly, it is often erroneously considered to be part of the normal aging process. However, it is important to remember that dementia is a condition that is a result of a disease (or trauma) and does not occur in a healthy person simply because of old age. In this essay I shall discuss why dementia is not an inevitable part of the aging process; describe the types of dementia and the ways in which they affect the cognitive functions of the afflicted person; the importance of diagnosing dementia and the role of the cognitive psychologist in diagnosis; and how people with…...
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"Dementia" (2004). Neurology Channel. Retrieved on February 12, 2005 from / 'Forgetfulness: It's Not Always What You Think." (2004). National Institute on Aging:http://www.neurologychannel.com/dementia
dementia disorder and how healthcare professionals embrace theories, research and practical strategies, in order to help dementia sufferers cope with their difficulties.
Behavioral and Psychological symptoms in primary care
Doctors, nurses, other healthcare professionals and caregivers are challenged when it comes to the care of patients suffering from dementia. That is because dementia is frequently accompanied by a variety of neuropsychiatric symptoms, according to a peer-reviewed article in the journal Mental Health in Family Medicine. Those symptoms include "disturbed behavior, thought, mood and perception" (Buhagiar, et al., 2011).
The point of the article was to find out how much confidence that doctors (general practitioners) have as regards their ability to identify and manage the various behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. The authors designed a two-page questionnaire and sent it to 160 general practitioners in north Dublin, Ireland. About 109 general practitioners returned the questionnaires (that is a 68% rate of response),…...
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Buhagiar, K., Arzal, N., and Cosgrave, M. (2011). Behavioral and psychological symptoms
Of dementia in primary care: a survey of general practitioners in Ireland. Mental Health in Family Medicine, Volume 8, 227-234.
Nordgren, L., and Engstrom, G. (2014). Effects of dog-assisted intervention on behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. Nursing Older People, 26(3), 31-38.
Ragdale, S. (2014). Dementia and its relationship with food. British Journal of Community
Introduction
Dementia is a degenerative cognitive health issue that primarily affects the elderly population and is characterized by “impairments in cognitive and intellectual ability, memory, language, reasoning, and judgment,” all of which interfere with the individual’s ability to function in everyday life (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, 2014). The two most common forms of dementia are Alzheimer’s Disease and vascular dementia (Livingston et al., 2017). While not much is known about the etiology of dementia other than that it is related to cellular damage in the brain, there has been some success in identifying possible ways to prevent it. This paper will define dementia, its manifestations and types, discuss three research articles that deal with preventing dementia, and provide suggestions for future research on this topic.
Defining Dementia
Dementia is a neurodegenerative disorder that results in the irreversible loss of brain functionality. Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form and results from…...
Prescribing for Older AdultsSome psychiatric disorders are more prevalent in older generations as compared to the younger generations. This is due to cerebral-neural degeneration. Often, these disorders are not recognized in good time and are thus not treated properly despite their prevalence. Mental disorders in general can lead to disability, suicide or even a poor quality of life. In this section, I will discuss one of the disorders from the DSM-5 that affect older adults.DementiaDementia is a disorder that is characterized by inability to make sound decisions, think, or even remember crucial aspects that were easy to recall earlier on. Many people may think that dementia is a normal stage in the ageing process but it is not the case. The early signs of dementia include: forgetting to take a meal or even the process of making that meal, getting disoriented whereby the person suffering from this disorder tends to…...
The Alzheimer’s Association (2018) offers healthcare administrators and practitioners a set of recommendations for dementia care. These evidence-based practice guidelines and protocols are designed to improve overall standards and quality of care, and also to help standardize and regulate care across the healthcare spectrum. The patient population targeted in the Alzheimer’s Association (2018) dementia care practice recommendations includes all individuals with dementia, and includes input from a wide range of research areas and areas of specialization within gerontology. Furthermore, the care guidelines are written in accordance with evidence published in associated peer-reviewed journals like The Gerontologist. For example, Hirschman & Hodgson (2018) found seven evidence-based interventions that are specifically designed to promote best practices including education, communication, and inter-professional team building. The Alzheimer’s Association (2018) guidelines use criteria related to these and similar care objectives, focusing on factors like care transition, long-term care goals, workforce implications, informational and psychosocial supports…...
Alzheimer's disease afflicts more than 16 million individuals in the United States, but the etiology of this condition remains unclear (Sullivan, 2010). What is known is that Alzheimer's affects black Americans twice as often as whites and Hispanics 1.5 times as often, and this discrepancy is believed to be attributed to lower socioeconomic status and higher rates of chronic illness among minority populations (Sullivan, 2010). The case study in question concerns a retired postal worker, "Gene," who is a 100% disabled 73-year-old African-American veteran living in Cleveland. In 2011, Gene's wife of 50 years, "Shirley," died leaving him living alone for the first time in his adult life. At the time of Shirley's death, Gene had been diagnosed with early stage dementia but had been able to remain active and living independently for a period of one year in a long-term care retirement center. During his military service in…...
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Sullivan, M.G. (2010, April). Alzheimer's disease risk in blacks is twice that of whites. Clinical Psychiatry News, 38(4), 3.
Zimmerman, S.I. & Sloane, P.D. (2009, Fall). Optimum residential care for people with dementia. Generations, 23(3), 62-69.
Dementia is not a disease that is distinct and particular. ather, dementia encompasses a disease that is collective of symptoms that have an impact on memory, thinking as well as social capabilities in a rigorous and severe manner to the extent that it hampers with functioning on an everyday basis. Dementia points toward issues with at least two functionalities of the brain such as loss of memory and impaired decision making or language and the incapacity to undertake a number of daily activities such as getting lost while walking or driving and even incapability to pay bills (Dementia). However, it is imperative to note that in as much as memory loss is a part of dementia it does not necessarily imply that having memory loss alone is suffering from dementia. Memory loss to some extent is part and parcel of old-age or advanced years.
The symptoms of dementia differ with regards…...
Unlicensed Caregiver Experience in Dementia Care
Dementia Care
Nearly 5.4 million people in the United States suffer from Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia (Chodosh et al., 2012, p. 85). The health care burden this places on nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospices is significant, especially since some dementia sufferers exhibit disruptive and sometimes dangerous behaviors. These behaviors include verbal and physical aggression, wandering, restlessness, insomnia, irritability, and repetitive vocalizations (McKenzie, Teri, Pike, LaFazia, and van Leynseele, 2012, p. 96). Nearly 1 million Americans currently reside in assisted living facilities and an estimated 45 to 67% suffer from dementia. Of these, 34 to 56% exhibit behavioral problems.
The impact of dementia care on professional caregivers is therefore significant, especially when dealing with patients with more advanced forms of the disease. Early studies suggest that dementia care training can have a positive impact on both the patient's health and the care…...
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References
Chodosh, Joshua, Pearson, Marjorie L., Connor, Karen I., Vassar, Stefanie D., Kaisey, Marwa, Lee, Martin L. et al. (2012). A dementia care management intervention: Which components improve quality? American Journal of Managed Care, 18, 85-94.
McKenzie, Glenise, Teri, Linda, Pike, Kenneth, LaFazia, David, and van Leynseele, June. (2012). Reactions of assisted living staff to behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. Geriatric Nursing, 33, 96-104.
Ragin, C.C., Nagel, J., and White, P. (2004). Workshop on Scientific Foundations of Qualitative Research. Washington, DC: National Science Foundation. Retrieved 3 May, 2012 from http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2004/nsf04219/nsf04219.pdf .
Many people have suggested reasons that obesity remains prevalent in Salford, UK. The low level of adult physical activity is believed to be the primary cause, but it is important to recognize that childhood obesity is also a factor in Salford. In addition, one must compare other health measures in Salford to the rest of the UK to get a full picture. In general, Salford is simply less healthy than the English average, with higher rates of adult smoking, smoking-related deaths, alcohol-related hospital stays, mental health conditions, dementia, and learning disabilities. This seems to be directly linked to issues....
Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs as they often called, are injuries to the brain that are caused by outside sources, such as a fall or a blow to the head. This differentiates them from brain injuries that are caused by internal situations, such as a stroke. TBIs include a broad group of different types of injuries, from seemingly minor concussions to injuries that clearly and significantly impact the ability to function. Because they are so varied, there are many different directions you could take in a research paper about TBIs. To help you decide what direction....
Example Bibliography for an essay on assisted living.
Writing about assisted living facilities can be challenging, because many of the sources that you will find online will be advertising for assisted living, rather than factual and informative pieces. An assisted living facility is a housing facility for people who cannot or choose not to live independently. They can range from facilities where there is a minimum amount of help to full-care nursing facilities. In fact, many facilities offer a range of housing options, which are adaptable as a person’s ability to live independently....
Outline for an Essay on: Forming Meaningful Connections Enriches Lives
I. Introduction A. Hook: Begin with a compelling anecdote or statistic that highlights the importance of meaningful connections. B. Thesis Statement: Clearly state the central argument that meaningful connections enrich lives.
II. Personal Fulfillment A. Emotional Well-being: Discuss how meaningful connections provide emotional support, reduce stress, and promote happiness. B. Purpose and Meaning: Explain how relationships give individuals a sense of purpose and meaning in life. C. Personal Growth: Describe how interacting with diverse individuals fosters personal growth and self-discovery.
III. Social Benefits A. Reduced Loneliness and Isolation: Emphasize the role of meaningful....
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