Digital technologies are playing an increasing role in the care of people with Alzheimer's disease. Telemedical consultations, apps for daily routine structuring, or digital training programs are intended to relieve caregivers and enable those affected to have more independence. In practice, however, digital offerings present individual hurdles that make their use in everyday life more difficult. Researchers…
Good communication is an essential building block for the quality of life of people with dementia and their relatives and caregivers. Since scientific literature is often difficult to access, many people seeking advice research practical tips for everyday life on the internet. But how well-founded are these online guidelines really? A recent study from Great Britain examined 39...
Communication difficulties are among the most burdensome situations in dementia. As conversations become more difficult and mutual understanding declines, those affected often experience increased frustration and social isolation. But it's not just those with the illness who suffer: a current review highlights that communication barriers are a cause of stress and burnout for caregivers. Support...
How do those affected and their relatives live after a dementia diagnosis? How does the disease progress and what help is available? The program „Dementia? Help for Relatives,“ broadcast on ARD alpha on April 7, 2021, addressed these and other questions. Prof. Dr. med. Elmar Gräßel, head of the Center for...
Safety, exchange, and support – these points are extremely important, especially for people with dementia. Regular support services and care services are a firm pillar here. However, they were severely restricted or even closed due to the Corona lockdown – from one day to the next. British researchers have now examined the effects on those affected and…
How can you explain the current situation to people with cognitive impairments? What information is particularly important for caregivers right now? Here are some link tips for that. Information for people with cognitive impairments The organization „Aktion Mensch“ has compiled barrier-free information about the new coronavirus on a website. This includes, for example, articles...
