Communicating Across Dementia : How To Talk, Listen, Provide Stimulation And Give Comfort Paperback
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| Author | Stephen Miller |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Publication Date | 31 May 2016 |
| Book Description | If someone close to you has dementia (Alzheimer's Disease is the most common type) you will know that communication gradually becomes more difficult and at times frustrating. This jargon-free book explains why this happens and how you have to rethink your whole approach by:Making key changes to the way you communicateCreating the right physical environment for good communicationAnd bear in mind that communication in the broadest sense goes well beyond talking; there is also a wide range of non-verbal communication such as facial expression, posture and touch.The person with dementia in your life needs your help. This straightforward book will help you to acquire the knack for improving and facilitating communication that works in a wide variety of situations including:Improving conversationFinding stimulating activitiesDealing with challenging situationsMaking important decisionsReducing stress and agitationMoving into residential careThis book provides invaluable information for people helping to care for people with dementia at home and also those who do so as part of their job. |
| Editorial Review | Information, advice and suggestions for making vital communication easier and more effectiveIf someone close to you has dementia (Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common type) they need your help. You will know that communication has become more difficult and frustrating. This jargon-free book explains why this happens and how you can make important improvements by re-thinking your whole approach and including, for instance, non-verbal communications.Areas covered include:Creating the right conditions for good communicationMaking conversation easierNon-verbal communicationAdaptations to the homeFinding stimulating activitiesDealing with difficult situationsHelping to look after a person with dementia involves many challenges. Good and effective communication can make them more manageable and greatly reduce stress levels in people with dementia - and in their carers. |
| About the Author | Stephen Miller is a speech and language therapist with a particular interest in dementia and the ways in which it can affect communication. As a student in the 1970s he worked in hospitals which were home to people with dementia. Even then he was struck by the fact that no effort was made to help patients to express their wishes or feelings or indeed to provide any stimulation for them at all. In the course of his work, happily in far more enlightened times, he worked with families, helping them to find ways of improving communication and reducing stress and frustration all round. He also gave talks to people recently diagnosed with dementia and their carers. In addition he has done voluntary work for Alzheimer Scotland. |
| Number of Pages | 224 |
