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Submitted by PatientsEngage on 19 July 2018
Ebook on Behavioural and Psychological symptoms of dementia and how to handle challenging behaviour

Dementia is recognized as a global health concern. It is a neurocognitive disorder, which is primarily prevalent in the elderly population. The symptoms include significant memory loss with impairments in other cognitive functions and behavioural manifestations. It has been found that certain characteristics of dementia, especially agitation and aggression can cause severe distress to the caregivers. The undesirable and distressing behavioural manifestations have been termed as ‘Challenging Behaviour’.

Read more about the stressors that lead to Challenging Behaviours of Dementia here 

The Dementia Resource and Training Centre, called DEMCARES (Dementia Care in Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF)) has compiled a useful e-book that covers the following aspects:

  • Behavioural & Psychological Symptoms of Dementia 
  • Challenging Behaviour 
  • Understanding Challenging Behaviours 
  • How to Manage Challenging Behaviour 
  • Functional Assessments 
  • Practical Tips to Manage Challenging Behaviour 
  • Treatment by Professionals

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