In this landmark book, Dr. Power calls for radical change in our system and the way in which we provide care. We must question being “stuck in a pill paradigm,” the biomedical response of thinking that medication is what is needed.  This is the first book by a physician to challenge why we resort to this paradigm.

He states, “… the narrow biomedical view has created a system of care that produces as much disability as the disorder itself.”  Instead, we must examine our approach to those living with dementia, looking for the root cause of distress, including existential and spiritual issues.

Illuminating a new more humane path forward, he contrasts the stark differences between the current biomedical model and the “experiential model.” He also introduces new language related to the experiential model, an approach in which we try to better understand what it feels like to live with dementia.

Written for healthcare professionals and family members caring for someone with dementia, it is highly recommended for all who are involved in dementia care.

In 2010, the book received the prestigious  “Book of the Year Award” from The American Journal of Nursing.

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Dementia Beyond Drugs – Changing the Culture of Care, Second Edition (2017)

Author: Al Power, MD

“2010 Book of the Year Award” from The American Journal of Nursing and “2011 Merit Award” from National Mature Media 

Website: http://www.alpower.net/

 

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Author: Susan Troyer