A Deeper Perspective on Alzheimer's Disease and Other DementiaBy Megan CarnariusIn this edited excerpt from her book Megan Carnarius advocates for a new perspective of Alzheimer's disease and finds something positive in the diagnosis for both the patient and their loved ones. THE ALZHEIMER'S JOURNEY renders the person unable to communicate their internal experience; it is viewed as wasted time-indeed, to all outward appearances, Alzheimer's seems to consist of accumulating losses and the inability to function in line with "normal" realities.
But what if this is a rich, deeply meaningful period in the person's life and their understanding of their innermost aspect of themselves? READ MORE>>
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