Abstract:Dementia is the leading cause of cognitive and functional impairment in old age; however, within the scientific community this complex disease is predominantly viewed from a narrow neurobiological and medical perspective, whereas the subjective aspects of dementia, particularly the psychological and social consequences, albeit severe are more or less neglected. In this article the subjective side of experiences of persons with dementia and their relatives are discussed and special aspects of their specific pro… Show more
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