Browsing University of Galway Theses (PhD Theses) by Subject "Dementia"
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Becoming a person again: A classic grounded theory of psychosocial intervention use with residents with dementia in long-stay care.
(2014-05-14)This study set out to develop a theoretical understanding of staff's psychosocial intervention use with residents with dementia in long-stay care. This study applied classic grounded theory procedures. Data was collected ... -
Economic perspectives on the boundary of care for people with dementia in Ireland
(NUI Galway, 2022-08-24)As the population ages, the expected increase in the number of people living with dementia will have significant budgetary implications on the health and social care system over the coming years. Therefore, from an economic ... -
The effectiveness of a structured educational reminiscence-based programme for staff in long-stay units on the quality of life of residents with dementia.
(2013-10-31)Background There is a growing appreciation of the potential use of psychosocial interventions in maintaining or improving the quality of life of people with dementia residing in long-stay care settings. Reminiscence is a ... -
The experience of providing care to those dying with dementia: family carers' perspectives
(NUI Galway, 2019-02-15)It is widely reported that carers who provide care for a family member with dementia endure physical and psychological burdens. Not only do they fulfil an important role for the person with dementia but also for the wider ... -
An exploration of personhood in dementia in formal care in Ireland
(NUI Galway, 2020-07-17)Personhood in dementia centres on recognising and treating the person with dementia as a person first and foremost. Supporting personhood is a key goal of person-centred care models and a key principle in Irish dementia ... -
Exploring the potential of social robots to support resilience in dementia
(NUI Galway, 2020-11-30)Dementia is a debilitating progressive neurological syndrome that causes stress to people with the condition and their families. Most people with dementia want to be independent and with support, many people with dementia ... -
Implementation strategies for the use of social robotics in the context of dementia
(NUI Galway, 2022-12-14)Introduction Dementia is a global health challenge, and the number of people living with dementia (PLWD) is expected to continue to rise worldwide. Pet robots have been developed to support the psychosocial well-being ... -
Importance of the caregiver in lifestyle interventions for cognitive impairment
(NUI Galway, 2022-04-11)Lifestyle risk factors have been identified as key targets for dementia prevention strategies, with most clinical trials targeting individual-level interventions. However, many lifestyle behaviours are known to cluster ... -
Rehabilitation approaches in dementia: an evaluation of three interventions from an occupational therapy perspective
(2017-01-25)Dementia is a complex, progressively degenerative condition resulting in loss of cognitive and functional capabilities, along with a significant increase in degree of dependency. In recent years a number of non-pharmacological ...