DEM201-2
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Look at each of the statements below. Which one would you associate most strongly with the social model of dementia care?
Emphasises the biological factors in the development of dementia.
Is concerned with the pursuit of cures for disease
Making a clear distinction between what is ‘normal’ and what is pathological
Emphasises the importance of communities and social networks in supporting people who have dementia.
Look at each of the statements below. Which one would you associate most strongly with the medical model of dementia care?
Emphasises the role of socioeconomic and political factors in the development and spread of disease
Values the knowledge and understanding of those who experience dementia and their carers.
Focuses on the diagnosis of disease based on signs and symptoms
Considers the effects of dementia on the whole person, including their social and emotional well-being
Which of the following is NOT a common early symptom of dementia?
Weight loss
Mood changes
Memory loss
Communication difficulties
The emotional impact of living with dementia is described in terms of three feelings: guilt, stigma/shame and one other. Which of the feelings below is it?
Anger
Loss
Confusion
Apathy
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