Dementia is a little understood and currently incurable illness, but much can be done to maximise the quality of life for people with the condition. "Contented Dementia" - by clinical psychologist and bestselling author Oliver James - outlines a groundbreaking and practical method for managing dementia that will allow both sufferer and carer to maintain the highest possible quality of life, throughout every stage of the illness. A person with dementia will experience random and increasingly frequent memory blanks relating to recent events. Feelings, however, remain intact, as do memories of past events and both can be used in a special way to substitute for more recent information that has been lost.The SPECAL method (Specialized Early Care for Alzheimer's) outlined in this book works by creating links between past memories and the routine activities of daily life in the present. Drawing on real-life examples and user-friendly tried-and-tested methods, "Contented Dementia" provides essential information and guidance for carers, relatives and professionals.
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'distinguished psychologist Oliver James [...] shows that dementia need not be a nightmare of frustration and embarrassment' -- Church Times
[I] can confirm that anyone who wants help in caring for the condition will find this excellent work a revelation
-- Bel Mooney, Mail on Saturday
[I] can confirm that anyone who wants help in caring for the condition will find this excellent work a revelation
-- Bel Mooney, Mail on Saturday
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'distinguished psychologist Oliver James [...] shows that dementia need not be a nightmare of frustration and embarrassment'
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By Ms. D. Lynch
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I have been battling with my mum for five years. Then I got this book, nothing prepared me for the gentle but very necessary slap around the face when I read it. Wow, I had spent so much time arguing and thinking that I had to keep my mum in my idea of reality when logically now I see I needed to enter her frame of logic in order to keep her calm, happy and oh so much more fun to be around!! if you only buy one book to help you work out your care plan, buy this one, dont hesitate, just buy it, I have asked everyone I know to read this book, its fab, next stop to go on the accompanying course. If you would like to talk about dementia, email me!! we can moan together xx
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By Rhona Morris
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If you know or live with someone with dementia, you will know how difficult life can be for both of you. I recently came across this insightful book offering advice and techniques devised by a lady called Penny Garner who, by observing her own mother's behaviour and working with patients at a community hospital, developed new skills to communicate with someone with dementia.
The aim of the book is to promote "lifelong well-being" not only for the sufferer but for the "carer" too who has to cope with typical dementia behaviour such as memory blanks and repetitive questioning. Being asked the same question over and over again in a matter of minutes can be devastating for all concerned as I've experienced first hand with my own 85 year old mother.
Penny Garner's son-in-law, Oliver James, has brought together various tried-and-tested techniques in this book. One I've found particularly useful is to identify the most frequent questions my Mum asks me. Then, instead of giving the same reply each time, the book suggests looking for a variety of answers and trying them out to find the one that receives the best reaction. What I like about this approach is that it keeps me focussed on the quality of my own responses and whilst it hasn't completely stopped me feeling frustrated at the constant repetition, it has helped me better understand my Mum's mental processes affected by dementia.
The aim of the book is to promote "lifelong well-being" not only for the sufferer but for the "carer" too who has to cope with typical dementia behaviour such as memory blanks and repetitive questioning. Being asked the same question over and over again in a matter of minutes can be devastating for all concerned as I've experienced first hand with my own 85 year old mother.
Penny Garner's son-in-law, Oliver James, has brought together various tried-and-tested techniques in this book. One I've found particularly useful is to identify the most frequent questions my Mum asks me. Then, instead of giving the same reply each time, the book suggests looking for a variety of answers and trying them out to find the one that receives the best reaction. What I like about this approach is that it keeps me focussed on the quality of my own responses and whilst it hasn't completely stopped me feeling frustrated at the constant repetition, it has helped me better understand my Mum's mental processes affected by dementia.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Fred
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The basic idea is that you should 'go with the flow' when dealing with dementia sufferers and not try to encourage or force them to behave more normally. Repeated questioning, for example, although tempting as a way to get the sufferer to exercise and test his or her memory, usually makes things worse. The book works well around this approach in a readable style and will be useful to anyone trying to cope with this problem.
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A very well written book which has proved most helpful in the understanding of dementia. The author obviously knows his stuff.
Published 1 day ago by Beris Hudson
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Excellent - accessible ideas
The Manager of a residential home I was considering for my Mum recommended this book - even only 25% through it I had learned some valuable tips which I put into practice... Read more
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Glad I found it.
For anyone facing the prospect of elderly relatives losing their memory etc. this book would prove to be a boon
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This is the bible for alzheimers sufferers.*****
For over 10 years we have dealt with my Father then my Mother having alzheimers so we feel we are well qualified to comment. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Justthejob12
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My husband has dementia, and the book has given me a better insight into the problems he has. His dementia is not severe at the moment, so I have been selective in applying the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Scribe
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Easy read, helpful tips for dealing with dementia
Great first book for the lay person on Dementia. Easy read, offers tips in how to help as well as how to process what is going on with my loved one.
Published 1 month ago by Sarah Barry
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So helpful
This book was recommended to me by a friend who knew that my grandmother was suffering from dementia. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Maria De Cruz
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Don't be put off by sometimes clumsy marketing, this is worth...
Urged to look at the SPECAL method by a fan, I was at first massively put off. Contented Dementia's website and most of the summary material can come across as almost evangelical... Read more
Published 1 month ago by qwerty
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For anyone who finds themselves caring for someone with dementia/ alzheimer's this book makes perfect sense. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Aileen Wheeler
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This book really helps the carer to help the person you love with dementia and also helps the carer come to terms better with dementia ,I think this book should be given to people... Read more
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