LIVING WITH DEMENTIA Flashcards
1
Q
what are some psychosocial effects of dementia on the patient?
A
skewed relationships practical difficulties emotional problems financial issues role reversal conflicts
2
Q
what is the cost to people with dementia and their families in the UK?
A
17.4 billion
3
Q
what % of carers dont get enough support from the government?
A
50%
4
Q
whats the most feared diagnosis?
A
dementia
5
Q
how many people in the UK live with dementia?
A
850,000
6
Q
what proprtion of patients with dementia feel anxious or depressed?
A
61%
7
Q
what proportion of dementia patients feel they arent living well with dementia?
A
18%
7
Q
what proportion of dementia patients feel they arent living well with dementia?
A
18%
8
Q
why are dementia sufferes at higher risk of elder abuse?
A
theyre more vulnerable
they may sruggle to discuss their feelings
they may forget what happened to them
9
Q
what types of abuse do dementia sufferers deal with?
A
pscyhological financial emotional sexual physical
