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Tom Kitwood - Dementia Reconsidered: The Person Comes First

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"For some years now, Tom Kitwood's work on dementia care has stood out as the most important, innovative and creative development in a field that has for too long been neglected. This book is a landmark in dementia care; it brings together, and elaborates on, Kitwood's theory of dementia and of person-centred care in an accessible fashion, that will make this an essential source for all working and researching in the field of dementia care."<br>-Robert Woods, Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of Wales<br><br>"Over the last ten years or so Tom Kitwood has made a truly remarkable contribution to our understanding of dementia, and to raising expectations of what can be achieved with empathy and skill. This lucid account of his thinking and work will communicate his approach to a yet wider audience. It is to be warmly welcomed."<br>-Mary Marshall, Director of the Dementia Services Development Centre, University of Stirling<br><br>* What is the real nature of the dementing process?<br>* What might
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Authors: Tom Kitwood
Nonfiction Subcategory: Dementia - Patients
Nonfiction Category: Psychology
Book Editions
: Hardcover160January 01, 1997McGraw-Hill9.5"(h) x 6.25"(w) x 0.5"(d), 0.9 lbs.9780335198566, PaperbackJune 01, 1997Open Univ Pr9.25"(h) x 6.25"(w) x 0.5"(d), 0.65 lbs.9780335198559