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P.I.E.C.E.S.

January 19, 2026

P.I.E.C.E.S. is a non-pharmacological assessment tool used by healthcare professionals to help them determine causes for behavioural and psychological symptoms associated with dementia. The acronym P.I.E.C.E.S. stands for: P hysical....

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Caregiver support

January 19, 2026

There is no job more difficult than caregiving. But there is no job more satisfying than being a caregiver. Rule #1 for caregivers: Look after yourself. Where to begin There...

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Long-term care: Dealing with difficult behaviours

January 19, 2026

Today, in a ‘regular’ long-term care unit, you can expect to see behaviours such as wandering Consistency is key The key to managing behavioural symptoms in any setting comes when...

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Grief and bereavement

January 19, 2026

Distinguishing between grief and depression is complicated. The experience of grief is similar to the experience of depression in that many people go through periods of intense sadness, notice changes...

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Disclaimer

January 19, 2026

No Medical Advice is Provided Through this Site Nothing contained in this Site and no information provided in conjunction with this Site should be used as a substitute for professional...

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Depression in Long-Term Care

January 19, 2026

Moving into a long-term care facility can be a very difficult experience. Throughout our lives, many of us say “I never want to go into a nursing home – I...

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Causes and risk factors

January 19, 2026

There is no single cause of depression. Instead, many different factors (physical, psychological and social) are likely to contribute to the development of depression in older adults. Physical factors: Change...

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Take the test – Geriatric Depression Scale

January 19, 2026

About the Geriatric Depression Scale The Geriatric Depression Scale has been used and tested extensively with the older population. The validity and reliability of this tool is supported through both...

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Treatment

January 19, 2026

There are many treatment options available – it’s not just about medication. Modern treatments for depression are effective. There is no need for people with this illness to continue struggling...

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Causes and risk factors

January 19, 2026

There is no single cause of depression. Instead, many different factors (physical, psychological and social) are likely to contribute to the development of depression in older adults. Physical factors: Change...