I am very interested in Excess Disability and its prevention. This is a quality of life issue for the person suffering with Dementia and needs to be avoided. Interestingly, there does not appear to be much awareness of the subject in the Care-giving & health circles. Correct me if I am wrong. I personally believe it needs a higher profile.
I believe those that have witnessed Behavioral issues in the health sector is a reason Dementia has such a stigma, provoking fear in management of the client. The very reason the client is showing behavioural issues is because of the reason for admission, the unfamiliar environment, routine, people etc. Understanding the behaviour is the key to managing and preventing/limiting reoccurring behavioural issues.
See video explaining it below.
Getting the balance right; meeting needs of the disabled person & carer is the challenge. I believe dealing with preventing excess disability is the key, and has certainly made life easier in caring for Mother. Comments welcomed on this subject :)
