Challenging the stigma of Alzheimer's disease

Hosp Med. 2000 Mar;61(3):174-7. doi: 10.12968/hosp.2000.61.3.1295.

Abstract

Changing Minds--Every Family in the Land is a national campaign launched by the Royal College of Psychiatrists which aims to reduce discrimination against people who suffer from mental disorders. One of its target areas is dementia. What is the stigma associated with Alzheimer's disease and how can hospital doctors challenge it in everyday practice?

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Alzheimer Disease / diagnosis
  • Alzheimer Disease / psychology*
  • Alzheimer Disease / therapy
  • Attitude of Health Personnel*
  • Attitude to Health*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Prejudice*
  • Truth Disclosure