CPD articles
A holistic approach to caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease
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.
