Una Holden

Ageing, Neuropsychology and the 'New' Dementias

Definitions, Explanations and Practical Approaches

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Originally published in 1995, this title introduces the concepts of neuropsychology and behaviour and the recent research on dementia to equip the professional user with the most up-to-date knowledge of these influences on ageing. This practical resource fills the gaps in knowledge and practice.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
• Seitenzahl: 168
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Mai 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 417g
• ISBN-13: 9781032723006
• ISBN-10: 1032723009
• Artikelnr.: 70365621

Autorenporträt

Una Holden (1930 -2013), was a pioneer of clinical psychology with older people, this reissue is in loving memory of her beloved grandson Ben Holden, whom she loved dearly and shared a special bond.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface. 1. Recognizing the Problem 2. Realistic Assessment 3. Re-examining
the Concept of Dementia 4. More 'New' Dementias 5. Head Injury and Older
People 6. Management, Rehabilitation and Retraining 7. Community Care.
Appendix A: Definitions. Appendix B: Hyperventilation Guidelines. Appendix
C: Suggested Guidelines for Communication Difficulties. Index.