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Living with Dementia (Presentation (Difficulty w/ names/words, Embarrased,…
Living with Dementia
Presentation
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Family + friends may notice: Repetition, lower skills, forgets social events, withdrawal.
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Different due to: Personality changes, psych symptoms, length of disease
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What helps?
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Personhood
Tailer to values, beliefs, needs
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Manage risks, future planning
Diagnosis
Reactions
Denial- Shock, disbelief, (due to age), anger
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Determinants of Response
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Previous personality, relationships and support
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Attitudes
Gives time to answer questions, support + reassurance
Access correct services, take control, plan and live well.
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Impact on carers
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Effects of stress, physical care, lack of sleep, partner support.
Benefits of Dx
Access to tx and support, info + education
Plan future- finance, care
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Insane costs: 2/3 family and patient paid. 30kp/p, only £90 p/p research