ABSTRACT
Studies have shown that reading in a melodic and rhythmic voice can produce positive changes in mood, emotion and behaviour in those with dementia. This book features: a detailed section on the background of how and what to read to those with dementia, as well as the research behind bibliotherapy.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Part 1: Dementia illnesses and reading with older people
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Part 2: Running a shared reading activity
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Part 3: Guide to reading levels and suggested approaches
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Part 4: Short stories
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Part 5: Biographies
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Part 6: Poetry