Evidence-Based Community Support Programs for Early-Stage Dementia
Rebecca Logsdon, PhD
Research Professor
Psychosocial and Community Health
School of Nursing
University of Washington
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lecture, you should be able to:
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Define and describe the ways in which a diagnosis of dementia affects quality of life and psychological well-being of the diagnosed person and his or her caregiver and family.
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Describe evidence-based treatment approaches that support positive coping strategies, address mental health issues and facilitate planning in the early stage of dementia.
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Identify strategies that can be incorporated into everyday practice to improve quality of life for individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
[From the Winter 2015 Geriatric Healthcare Lecture Series, with funding from the Alzheimer’s Supplement to the Geriatric Education Centers]