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Down Syndrome and Dementia Bob Dawson

Down Syndrome and Dementia By Bob Dawson

Down Syndrome and Dementia by Bob Dawson

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A guide for carers who are supporting people with Down Syndrome who develop dementia.

Down Syndrome and Dementia Summary

Down Syndrome and Dementia: A Guide for Family Members, Social and Health Care Staff and Students by Bob Dawson

This publication aims, in plain English, to identify the main issues affecting individuals with Down Syndrome who develop Dementia. It is an awareness raising book aimed at stimulating discussions that will hopefully encourage the reader to find out more, using the websites provided. It takes the form of questions and answers. All the questions raised are actual questions raised many times in training courses run by the author.

About Bob Dawson

Since qualifying as a nurse in the1970's the author has over 40 years experience of working in Health and Social care environments, specialising in working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health conditions. He has been involved in research work and training staff, students and family members in the field of Down Syndrome and Dementia for over 33 years with the last 20 years as a freelance training consultant. He has also worked with some of the most respected leaders in this area including, Emeritus Professor Tony Holland and Diana Kerr. This book is the first in the series sharing his knowledge and experiences as his legacy after a long career as he approaches retirement.

Table of Contents

Introduction; 1.What is Down syndrome?; 2.Are there different types of Down syndrome?; 3.What are the characteristics of Down syndrome?; 4.Why are people with Down syndrome living longer?; 5.What are common health issues for the person with Down syndrome?; 6.Why are so many people with Down syndrome overweight?; 7.What is dementia?; 8.Is Alzheimer's the same as dementia, or are there different types?; 9.Is dementia on the increase?; 10. How common is dementia in Down syndrome?; 11.Why is the percentage much higher in people Down syndrome?; 12.What are the early warning signs of dementia in this group?; 13.What is the life expectancy of the person with dementia?; 14.How is dementia diagnosed?; 15.How does the Mental Capacity Act affect Down syndrome and dementia practice?; 16.How can we help in supplying information that aids diagnosis?; 17.How does dementia affect memory?; 18.Do people with Down syndrome age more quickly?; 19.Are some colours an issue for some individuals with dementia?; 20.Is lighting an issue for some individuals with dementia?; 21.Are there any communication tips during the early stage of dementia?; 22.Are there any communication tips as the dementia advances?; 23.What are the signs of dementia as it progresses?; 24.How important is a good diet for the individual with dementia?; 25.Is there any medication for dementia?; 26.Why do some individuals with dementia become aggressive?; 27.Does medication used to control aggression work?; 28.Are there other ways to control aggression other than medication?; 29.Why do some people with dementia walk purposefully; 30.How do we support someone who walks purposefully?; 31.Why do some people with dementia show inappropriate sexual behaviours?; 32.How should we support individuals who show inappropriate sexual behaviours?; 33.How can you support someone who asks cyclical/repetitive questions?; 34.Should you collude/agree with someone with dementia when you know they are wrong?; 35.What activities are useful for people with Down syndrome and dementia?; 36.Where should people with dementia live?; Appendix; Afterword;

Additional information

NLS9781789631678
9781789631678
178963167X
Down Syndrome and Dementia: A Guide for Family Members, Social and Health Care Staff and Students by Bob Dawson
Bob Dawson
Sharing Good Practice Series
New
Paperback
The Choir Press
2020-10-30
86
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