Abstract
This article adopts a holistic view of Alzheimer's disease. Biomedical, psychological and social aspects of the condition are discussed, and aetiology, epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment explored. A range of approaches to working with people with Alzheimer's disease, based on a psychological model of dementia, is described including reminiscence and cognitive stimulation therapy.
MeSH terms
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Age Distribution
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Alzheimer Disease / diagnosis*
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Alzheimer Disease / epidemiology
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Alzheimer Disease / psychology
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Alzheimer Disease / therapy*
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Communication
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Disease Progression
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Empathy*
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Female
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Holistic Health*
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Humans
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Male
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Medical History Taking
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Mental Status Schedule
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Models, Nursing
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Models, Psychological
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Narration
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Neuropsychological Tests
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Nurse's Role* / psychology
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Nurse-Patient Relations
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Nursing Assessment
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Patient-Centered Care
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Prevalence
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Sex Distribution