05.07. What aspects does the training described under question 05.03. cover? | Brazil
05.07. What aspects does the training described under question 05.03. cover? | Brazil
08 Apr 2022
The general public is educated on issues related to physical and biological aspects of dementia, as well as legal rights and decision-making capacity. There is also awareness raising and information regarding pharmacological and non-pharmacological options, risk factors reduction, and stigma reduction. Trainings also cover signs and stages of dementia, cognitive and behavioural changes, strategies to interact, and to live with people living with dementia and even some aspects of palliative care. The focus is on how to be empathetic, sensitive, and supportive (Informal Source, 2019). It is important to say, however, that these trainings happen in small proportions only.