Memory disorders in everyday life impair the quality of life of those affected and also have an impact on the therapeutic approach. Knowledge of the diagnosis, therapy and compensation of memory disorders of various causes significantly improves the therapeutic options. Volker Völzke imparts in this essential practice-related basic knowledge: What diagnostics and what tools are available and what do memory deficits mean for therapy and counselling? Can psychotherapy with people with memory disorders be carried out successfully at all? How can people who care for patients with memory disorders be given qualified support and advice?
Table of Content
Memory functions and systems.- Learning and memory as a temporal process.- Learning and memory across the lifespan.- Factors that negatively influence learning and memory.- Acquired brain damage.- Types of dementia.- Diagnosis and assessment.- Principles of exercise and therapy.
About the author
Dr. rer. medic. Dipl.-Psych. Volker Völzke, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Supervisor, Psychological Psychotherapist as well as Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, is Head of Therapy, Psychology & Neuropsychology at the VAMED Clinic Hattingen.
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