Acknowledgements. 1. Dementia and the Brain. 2. Types of Dementia. 3. Dementia and Loss. 4. Dementia and Sense of Self. 5. Understanding Behaviour. 6. Recording Behaviour. 7. What Do People with Dementia Need? 8. Domains of CLEAR Dementia Care-¬. 9. The Experience of Carers. 10. Supporting Care Staff. 11. Case Example Margaret. Appendices. References.
'Frances Duffy has presented us with a very clearly written account of a relatively newbiopsychosocial model for understanding and fulfilling the needs of people withdementia. The C LEAR framework has recently been cited as an example of goodpractice in the British Psychological Society's briefing paper on treatments forBehaviours that challenge.C LEAR is an example of one of the new and exciting generations ofnonpharmacological interventions, although its use of Behavioural charts provide it withan USP that makes it stand out from the others. In terms of the book itself, it providesa good account of the background to the needs of people with dementia, and the modelis well illustrated with helpful examples of case studies.' - Ian A. James (PhD., MSc.,BSc., C .Psychol) Trust Lead C hallenging Behaviour C onsultant C linical Psychologist, UK''A complicated topic made simple'Frances cleverly combines theory with practical insights and examples about thebehaviours that challenge people living with dementia. This book is an impartation froma woman who is a credible expert in this subject and it will challenge and encourageyou to change the way you deliver care.' - Eleanor Ross, MBE, Assistant DirectorNursing, HSC Public Health Agency, UK'C ombines a rounded and psychologically nuanced approach with practical strategiesfor supporting a person with dementia who is experiencing distressing behaviours. Byencouraging the reader to put themselves in the shoes of the person, the book reallygets to the heart of behaviours that challenge. Highly recommended for frontline staffsupporting people with dementia.' - Bernadine McC rory, Alzheimer's Society (C ountryDirector - Northern Ireland)'A fantastic resource for professional and family carers of people with dementia! Part 1is a most accessible overview of the dementias and the brain that would also interestpeople with an early diagnosis. Part 2 is a treasure trove of materials that will facilitatetraining, empower carers and improve quality of life.' - Reinhard Guss, DementiaWorkstream Lead, Faculty of the Psychology of Older People, British PsychologicalSociety
