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This presentation (56:44 minutes) by Aida Wen discusses non-medication strategies for preventing dementia behaviors. Topics discussed include: (1) a brief review of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and practical approaches (connect in 3 ways, ABC approach, 3 P's, and have a 'bag of tricks'); (2) addressing emotional needs; (3) addressing joy; (4) discuss challenging scenarios; and (5) preventing burn-out. Slides are available for download. (Presentation starts at 4:40 minutes.)

Source: John A. Burns School of Medicine, 2021.
https://geriatrics.jabsom.hawaii.edu/care-homes-echo/