{"product_id":"9781472114785","title":"Communicating Across Dementia: How to talk, listen, provide stimulation and give comfort","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf someone close to you has dementia (Alzheimer's Disease is the most common type) you will know that communication gradually becomes more difficult and at times frustrating. This jargon-free book explains why this happens and how you have to rethink your whole approach by:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaking key changes to the way you communicate \u003cbr\u003eCreating the right physical environment for good communication \u003cbr\u003eAnd bear in mind that communication in the broadest sense goes well beyond talking; there is also a wide range of non-verbal communication such as facial expression, posture and touch. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe person with dementia in your life needs your help. This straightforward book will help you to acquire the knack for improving and facilitating communication that works in a wide variety of situations including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eImproving conversation\u003cbr\u003eFinding stimulating activities\u003cbr\u003eDealing with challenging situations\u003cbr\u003eMaking important decisions\u003cbr\u003eReducing stress and agitation\u003cbr\u003eMoving into residential care\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book provides invaluable information for people helping to care for people with dementia at home and also those who do so as part of their job.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little, Brown Book Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47135707594992,"sku":"9781472114785","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781472114785_p0.jpg?v=1769892764","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781472114785","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}