Speech therapists are pivotal in managing Alzheimer's Disease and dementia by tackling communication hurdles that arise with disease progression. They customize therapy to each patient, focusing on maintaining and enhancing skills like speaking, understanding, and memory recall. Therapists employ strategies such as simplifying information, using visual aids, and practicing conversational techniques to improve comprehension and expression. They also collaborate with patients and caregivers to establish supportive communication environments at home. By continually adapting their approaches as the disease advances, speech therapists significantly contribute to improving the quality of life for individuals affected by Alzheimer's and dementia, fostering meaningful communication and connection despite cognitive challenges.
Title : Make a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Dementia UK, United Kingdom
Title : Imaging brain clearance in Alzheimer’s disease
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University , United States
Title : Neuromodulation of scalp electroacupuncture in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neuroimaging-based evaluation of scalp acupuncture for neural repair and reorganization in children with cerebral palsy
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neurophysiological change and cognitive response to levetiracetam in Alzheimer disease: Testing the missing mechanistic link
Christopher Hubler, Emergent Neural Systems Institute for Research, United States
Title : Healthcare professionals in Somaliland had low levels of knowledge and attitudes towards dementia care: A pilot survey
Mohamed Abdilahi Duale, Frantz Fanon University, Somalia