Aromatherapy has been found to be effective in helping with the agitation, anxiety and irritability that often occurs in people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
The future direction and role of psychologists’ in aged care homes should be full of possibilities and not negative stereotypes. The general public and some psychologists have similar views of these places, as a lonely and depressing place to live. Psychologists in aged care homes can help change the direction of these attitudes by educating...
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A common experience that many people with dementia go through is agitation and frustration – and for their loved ones it can be a challenge to understand why they may be going through this. For some people, when they are upset, they may display behaviours such as pacing and fiddling. Others may let out their...
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