Joseph M. Casciani, PhD, is a geropsychologist who has devoted his professional career to working with older adults and their caregivers. His company, Concept Healthcare, http://www.cohealth.org, offers online resources to integrate behavioral health approaches in the health care of older adults.
Sensory Loss In Elderly & Behavioral Approaches For Caregivers As we age, our sensory systems gradually start to decline. Because our brain requires a minimal amount of input to remain alert and functioning, sensory loss for older adults puts them at risk for sensory deprivation. Severe sensory impairments, such as in vision or hearing, may result in behavior similar to dementia and psychosis, such as increased disorientation and confusion. Added...... Similar Editorial : Elderly Drivers by Phyllis Staff, Ph.D.. | Source : Acid Reflux Foods
Sensory Loss In Adults & Caregiver Behavior Approach As we age, our sensory systems gradually lose their sharpness. Because our brain requires a minimal amount of input to remain alert and functioning, sensory loss for older adults puts them at risk for sensory deprivation. Severe sensory impairments, such as in vision or hearing, may result in behavior similar to dementia and psychosis, such as increased disorientation and confusion. Added...... Similar Editorial : Learning Spanish For Adults by Shareen Aguilar. | Source : Actinic Keratosis
Assessment Of Older Adults By mobilizing the patients interest in his own treatment, better informing him of what his condition is all about, and understanding his unique approaches and resistances to treatment, we gain anoth...... Similar Editorial : Abuse Of Vulnerable Adults by Ras. | Source : path to wellness
Loss Of Taste Smell As caregivers can integrate behavioral principles in the delivery of the health care with older adults, we can have a positive impact on the management of these losses.... Similar Editorial : A Loss Of Innocence by Anne Newton Walther. | Source : Elder care
