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Validation Therapy: Restoring communication between persons with Alzheimer's disease and their families

St. Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri; Family Services and Public Policy Intern, Alzheimer's Association, St. Louis, Missouri

There are millions of families who are faced with the pains of Alzheimer's disease (AD) every day. One of the most salient and pervasive issues they encounter is related to their loved ones' decline in communication. As a person progresses through AD, their ability to communicate deteriorates. This paper offers the use of Validation Therapy (VT) as a tool for meaningful communication for families and persons with AD. The principles and techniques of VT are presented. A case study employing the use of VT between a man with AD and his daughter demonstrates the process of VT between family members. The benefits that VT holds for families specifically is explored. This paper emphasizes the need for families to be informed of options and of alternatives to standard communication and supports VT as a viable tool.

American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias®, Vol. 13, No. 2, 96-101 (1998)
DOI: 10.1177/153331759801300208


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