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From the grassroots up
- Author:
- MOURANT Andrew
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, November/December 2014, pp.10-11.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Social isolation can be a big issue for people with dementia. This article looks at how local grassroots initiatives in Yorkshire have helped to improve the quality of life of people with dementia and tackle issues of social isolation. The Tea Cosy Memory Cafe is held every month and provides a place for people with dementia to meet, take place in activities and have a cooked breakfast. Another social initiative was set up with the help of Leeds United football club, where people with dementia and their carers can re-live sporting memories. Other social initiatives have been set up by the West Yorkshire Playhouse in Leeds and at a local pub. All have been set up by individuals in the community who have had some connection with the condition of dementia. (Edited publisher abstract)
Culture change
- Author:
- BARBOSA Diana
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, July/August 2014, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
The number of people from minority ethnic groups who are living with dementia is rising steeply, yet awareness levels and diagnosis rates are worryingly low. An Alzheimer's Society project , The Information Programme for South Asian Families (IPSAF), which provides culturally tailored information information sessions aims to help solve this problem. The service comprises a series of face-to-face sessions which helps carers to build their understanding, knowledge and skills of dementia. An educational DVD is also provided for carers to take home and share with family members. The programme was developed after consultation with 120 people with dementia, carers and professionals. (Edited publisher abstract)
Living well with dementia
- Author:
- BRITTON Beth
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 14(4), July/August 2014, pp.14-15.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
As people with learning disabilities live longer, their chances of developing dementia increase. This article explores what can be done to ensure they live well for longer with the condition. The article highlights the importance of providing training and education to the families of people caring for people with dementia and staff in the workforce. Other key issues include providing continuity of care, the importance of observational skills and good communication. (Original abstract)
Preparing for the housing needs of people with dementia
- Author:
- HUCKER David
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, September/October 2013, pp.18-19.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Reports on a recent survey by Orbit, which found that the smaller housing associations are, in general, not well prepared when it comes to supporting older people with dementia; and asks what can be done to address this. (Edited publisher abstract)
Insomnia and mental health disorders
- Authors:
- PULLEN Lisa, MAYES Wendy, HORTON Krista
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, May/June 2013, pp.24-26.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
This article discusses the links between insomnia and specific types of mental illness. After describing the difference between primary and secondary insomnia, the article focuses on depression and anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, dementia, and substance induced sleep disorder. (Original abstract)
Dementia behind bars: an unexpected yet predictable crisis
- Author:
- MOLL Adam
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, March/April, 2013, pp.24-27.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
The prison population is rapidly ageing and this has resulted in an increase in the number of prisoners diagnosed with dementia. This article discusses the challenges this brings to the prison service. It also draws on the findings of the recent Mental Health Foundation report, 'Loosing Track of Time' to highlights examples of innovative good practice in caring for inmates with cognitive impairment. (Original abstract)
Making a name for dementia: a national challenge
- Author:
- LAKEY Louise
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, July 2012, pp.18-19.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
By 2021 it is estimated that there will be more than one million people living with dementia in the UK. Health and social care systems therefore need to be ready to support and provide for the growing number of people who are going to be affected by dementia. Only 43% of people living with dementia in the UK ever receive a diagnosis. Even when they do receive one, it often occurs only once they are at the moderate or late stages of dementia, which minimises the opportunities for the care and support that improves quality of life. Greater training is required for GPs in diseases affecting people in older age, including dementia. It is also important that there are adequate specialist dementia diagnostic services to perform the appropriate scans and tests to confirm a diagnosis of dementia. In addition, society needs to play a part in making the UK dementia friendly. People need to be aware of how dementia affects lives, and communities need to be able to support people who are living with dementia in their area. Another issue that needs to be tackled is the cost and the quality of the care that paid for by people with dementia and their families.
Spirituality and mental health: a handbook for service users, carers and staff wishing to bring a spiritual dimension to mental health services
- Editors:
- GILBERT Peter, (ed.)
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 441p.
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
This collection of 23 chapters by experts in the field covers aspects of spirituality and mental health. It aims to promote an understanding of people's beliefs and illustrates the increasing importance of spirituality in health and social care. Chapters include coverage of: user and carer perspectives; ethnicity; spiritual needs in a health care setting; children and young people's wellbeing; dementia and spirituality; dignity and palliative care; valuing staff and staff training for spiritual care; the spiritual identities of LGBT people; and recovery and spirituality.
Depression and dementia
- Authors:
- BALLARD Clive, CORBETT Anne, PICKETT James
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, February 2011, pp.23-25.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Depression and dementia can share similar symptoms, which can make an accurate diagnosis difficult, but a successful diagnosis can have a significant impact on a patient. This article looks at the diagnosis for depression and dementia, considers new research highlighting how they might be linked and looks at a common issue of diagnosing depression in people already diagnosed with dementia.
Giving dementia a voice
- Authors:
- CALLARD Felicity, LOVESTONE Simon, PRITCHARD Megan
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, July 2010, pp.34-35.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
This article describes an opera, entitled ‘The Lion’s Face’, which narrates the story of Mr D, a resident in a care home who has Alzheimer’s disease. The opera is the result of a collaboration between the Biomedical Research Centre for Mental Health, based at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and Institute of Psychiatry at King’s College London, and The Opera Group, a young opera company that commissions new work inspired by urgent topics in today’s world. The opera aims to open up to a diverse audience the complex and multifaceted world of dementia, not only as it is lived by individuals and those who care for them, but the painstaking work of countless laboratory-based and clinical researchers. The writing and production of the opera involved collaboration between the artists and scientists, clinicians, carers, and Alzheimer patients. ‘The Lion’s Face’ received its world premiere in May at the Brighton Festival.