Motivation and dementia.

Lack of motivation and apathy are frequent problems in the rehabilitation of persons with dementia. Apathy is related to lower functional ability and poor relationships with caregivers. While related to depression, apathy presents separate challenges. Assessment instruments for use with persons with...

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Publicado en:Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation Vol. 21; no. 2; pp. 123 - 127
Autor principal: Williams AK
Formato: review Journal Article
Publicado: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Apr-Jun2005
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          Dementia
          Motivation In Old Age
          Patient Compliance In Old Age
          Rehabilitation, Geriatric
          Aged
          Caregivers Education
          Dementia Drug Therapy
          Depression
          Patient Education
          Psychological Tests
          Rehabilitation Patients
          Aged: 65+ years
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