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When words are no longer necessary
 — the gift of ritual
Author(s)Malcolm Goldsmith
Journal titleJournal of Religious Gerontology, vol 12, no 3/4, 2001
Pagespp 139-150
SourceHaworth Document Delivery Center, The Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580, USA.
KeywordsDementia ; Communication ; Worship.
AnnotationThis study is an exploration of non-verbal forms of communication which have become ritualised, particularly in the care of people with dementia. Rituals, which are culturally determined, may be inclusive or exclusive. They may lose their meaning or send out mixed messages, but in general they uphold the structure of society. There is a strong link between religion and ritual; and for people with dementia, ritual may be extremely important in maintaining their sense of belonging within the community of faith. (KJ/RH).
Accession NumberCPA-020205232 B
ClassmarkEA: U: OWL

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