Mental Health Screening & Support
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Caregivers, mostly family and friends, play an important role in the complex care of persons with Alzheimer disease and other dementias. Primary care providers are uniquely positioned to assess for the negative consequences of caregiving, including depression, anxiety, and caregivers' failure to care for their own health needs. This article provides you with reliable, valid screening tools and recommendations for evidence-based interventions to increase the caregiver’s and patient’s quality of life and care.
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تاریخ انتشار 2016