PMID: 3770485Nov 1, 1986Paper

Helping families cope with Alzheimer's: the physician's role

Geriatrics
G J Maletta, K Hepburn

Abstract

The physician's expressed approval of the caregiver's performance has much credibility with the caregiver, thus providing relief. No matter how many hours of devoted care are given, a caregiver almost never hears a "thank you" from a demented loved one. By listening closely to the caregiver, the physician will glean information decisive to the care of both the demented patient and the caregiver. This personal attention also affords the caregiver an outlet for stress.

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