Abstract
The disruptive behavior of persons with dementia is a problem of considerable clinical interest and growing scientific concern. This paper offers a view of these behaviors as expressions of unmet needs or goals and provides a comprehensive conceptual framework to guide further research and clinical practice. Empirical findings and clinical impressions related to wandering, vocalizations and aggression to support and illustrate the framework are presented.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 10-19 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | American journal of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1996 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Neuroscience
- Clinical Psychology
- Geriatrics and Gerontology
- Psychiatry and Mental health