The validation breakthrough : simple techniques for communicating with people with Alzheimer's and other dementias

Feil, Naomi. (Author). Klerk-Rubin, Vicki de. (Added Author).

Summary:

Validation is a practical way of communicating with and managing problem behavior in older adults with Alzheimer's-type dementia. It helps reduce stress, enhance dignity, and increase happiness. Caregivers who use these techniques validate older adults' expressed feelings, rather than focusing on disorientation and confusion.

Record details

ISBN: 9781932529937
ISBN: 1932529934
Physical Description: xxxiii, 294 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Baltimore : Health Professions Press, ©2012.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 283-284) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Aging, development, and Alzheimer's disease -- The concept and techniques of validation -- Using validation with people who are maloriented -- Using validation with people who are time confused -- Using validation with people who are repetitive movers -- Using validation with people who are in vegetation -- Using validation with people with early-onset Alzheimer's disease -- Who benefits from validation? -- How validation differs from other therapies used with old-old people -- Communicating with people who are maloriented -- Communicating with people who are time confused -- Communicating with people who are repetitive movers -- Communicating with maloriented and time confused people living in the community -- Validating family members -- Setting up validation groups.