Functional analysis of challenging behaviour in dementia: the role of superstition

Aggressive behaviors between residents with dementia in an assisted living residence

“…The practical importance of this suggestion stems from the fact that, ‘Substantial portion of behavior problems arise when care does not identify and address the root causes’ (Cohen-Mansfield & Mintzer, 2005, p. 37). Previous research showed that intervention based on a thorough examination, identification, and modification of triggering events is effective in prevention of agitation and aggressive behavior (Moniz-Cook, Woods, & Richards, 2001) while the study by Pillemer et al. (2011) demonstrated the importance of triggering factors in prevention of ABBR.…”

Aggressive behaviors between residents with dementia in an assisted living residence

“…The practical importance of this suggestion stems from the fact that, ‘Substantial portion of behavior problems arise when care does not identify and address the root causes’ (Cohen-Mansfield & Mintzer, 2005, p. 37). Previous research showed that intervention based on a thorough examination, identification, and modification of triggering events is effective in prevention of agitation and aggressive behavior (Moniz-Cook, Woods, & Richards, 2001) while the study by Pillemer et al. (2011) demonstrated the importance of triggering factors in prevention of ABBR.…”

Aggression in Individuals Newly Diagnosed With Dementia

“…Nevertheless, we hope that our finding of the prevalence of aggressive behavior in individuals newly diagnosed with dementia will suggest the usefulness of early screening for aggression in this population. Aggression in patients with dementia is an important precursor of institutionalization, and evidence suggests that some fairly simple nonpharmacological interventions for patients [26][27][28] and caregivers 29,30 appear promising for reducing aggression. Early identification of dyads requiring assistance in dealing with this aspect of dementia might facilitate care for these patients in the community setting and help them and their caregivers to more easily cope with this unfortunate but common neuropsychiatric symptom.…”

A Collaborative Approach: Care Staff and Families Working Together to Safeguard the Quality of Life of Residents Living With Advanced Dementia

“…This enabled the care staff to develop a deeper understanding of certain behaviours initially perceived as problem behaviours arising from the dementia, but which may equally be understood in terms of the person's life story and lifestyle. 37 Understandably, the dementia journey can cause family members a sense of loss and grief for the loved one they once were. 36 Despite this, participants found these moments of clarity as a comfort and indicators of their relatives' happiness in the home.…”

Aggressive behaviors between residents with dementia in an assisted living residence

“…The practical importance of this suggestion stems from the fact that, ‘Substantial portion of behavior problems arise when care does not identify and address the root causes’ (Cohen-Mansfield & Mintzer, 2005, p. 37). Previous research showed that intervention based on a thorough examination, identification, and modification of triggering events is effective in prevention of agitation and aggressive behavior (Moniz-Cook, Woods, & Richards, 2001) while the study by Pillemer et al. (2011) demonstrated the importance of triggering factors in prevention of ABBR.…”

Aggression in Individuals Newly Diagnosed With Dementia

“…Nevertheless, we hope that our finding of the prevalence of aggressive behavior in individuals newly diagnosed with dementia will suggest the usefulness of early screening for aggression in this population. Aggression in patients with dementia is an important precursor of institutionalization, and evidence suggests that some fairly simple nonpharmacological interventions for patients [26][27][28] and caregivers 29,30 appear promising for reducing aggression. Early identification of dyads requiring assistance in dealing with this aspect of dementia might facilitate care for these patients in the community setting and help them and their caregivers to more easily cope with this unfortunate but common neuropsychiatric symptom.…”

A Collaborative Approach: Care Staff and Families Working Together to Safeguard the Quality of Life of Residents Living With Advanced Dementia

“…This enabled the care staff to develop a deeper understanding of certain behaviours initially perceived as problem behaviours arising from the dementia, but which may equally be understood in terms of the person's life story and lifestyle. 37 Understandably, the dementia journey can cause family members a sense of loss and grief for the loved one they once were. 36 Despite this, participants found these moments of clarity as a comfort and indicators of their relatives' happiness in the home.…”

Aggressive behaviors between residents with dementia in an assisted living residence

“…The practical importance of this suggestion stems from the fact that, ‘Substantial portion of behavior problems arise when care does not identify and address the root causes’ (Cohen-Mansfield & Mintzer, 2005, p. 37). Previous research showed that intervention based on a thorough examination, identification, and modification of triggering events is effective in prevention of agitation and aggressive behavior (Moniz-Cook, Woods, & Richards, 2001) while the study by Pillemer et al. (2011) demonstrated the importance of triggering factors in prevention of ABBR.…”

Aggression in Individuals Newly Diagnosed With Dementia

“…Nevertheless, we hope that our finding of the prevalence of aggressive behavior in individuals newly diagnosed with dementia will suggest the usefulness of early screening for aggression in this population. Aggression in patients with dementia is an important precursor of institutionalization, and evidence suggests that some fairly simple nonpharmacological interventions for patients [26][27][28] and caregivers 29,30 appear promising for reducing aggression. Early identification of dyads requiring assistance in dealing with this aspect of dementia might facilitate care for these patients in the community setting and help them and their caregivers to more easily cope with this unfortunate but common neuropsychiatric symptom.…”

A Collaborative Approach: Care Staff and Families Working Together to Safeguard the Quality of Life of Residents Living With Advanced Dementia

“…This enabled the care staff to develop a deeper understanding of certain behaviours initially perceived as problem behaviours arising from the dementia, but which may equally be understood in terms of the person's life story and lifestyle. 37 Understandably, the dementia journey can cause family members a sense of loss and grief for the loved one they once were. 36 Despite this, participants found these moments of clarity as a comfort and indicators of their relatives' happiness in the home.…”