Family Dynamics and Communication

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Submitted by Minnesota North... on May 30, 2022 - 1:45pm CDT

Resource Type: 
Presentation

This presentation (37:22 minutes) given by Leone Murphy discusses practical tools to help navigate and support common family challenges related to individuals with intellectual disabilities affected by dementia. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) understand family dynamics and the importance of communication; (2) identify the stress that families experience; and (3) identify the need for flexibility when meeting the challenges throughout the lifespan of a person with Down Syndrome. Registration is required by the creators in order to access the material but there is no charge. (Presentation starts at 13:15 minutes.)

Author(s): 
Leone Murphy
Collections: 
Age-Friendly Care and Education Collection
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