Compensating strategies for impaired episodic memory and time orientation in a patient with Alzheimer's disease.
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A dedicated training program for teaching a patient with Alzheimer's disease to independently use an agenda is presented. This training capitalises on preserved cognitive abilities and incorporates principles from learning theories. This case study reports the effective use of a memory book for daily life activities and of a digital clock for time reorientation.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Acta neurologica Belgica
دوره 105 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005