Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Dementia

Taylor & Francis

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for DementiaHistory, Evolution and Internationalism\nAuthor(s): Lauren A. Yates, Jennifer Yates, Martin Orrell, Aimee Spector, Bob Woods\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138631175, 978-1138631175\nSynopsis\nCognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) has made a huge global, clinical impact since its inception, and this landmark book is the first to draw all the published research together in one place. Edited by experts in the intervention, including members of the workgroup who initially developed the therapy, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Dementia features contributions from authors across the globe, providing a broad overview of the entire research programme.\n\nThe book demonstrates how CST can significantly improve cognition and quality of life for people with dementia, and offers insight on the theory and mechanisms of change, as well as discussion of the practical implementation o.