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A response framework with untruths as last resort
Author(s)Edward O'Connor, Ian James, Roberta Caiazza
Journal titleJournal of Dementia Care, vol 25, no 4, July/August 2017
PublisherHawker Publications, July/August 2017
Pagespp 22-25
Sourcewww.careinfo.org
KeywordsDementia ; Communication ; Information needs ; Social ethics.
AnnotationSometimes the truth causes distress, but is it right to lie to a person with dementia? The report 'What is truth? An inquiry about truth and lying in dementia care' (Mental Health Foundation, 2016) sets out the pros and cons of using untruths. The authors describe a practical framework which allows "therapeutic lies" as a last resort. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-170728208 A
ClassmarkEA: U: UV:IK: TQ

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