Module 3: Background on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

Module Duration: 106 minutes

From diagnosis to progression, this Module reviews the most common types of dementia. Learn how these cognitive changes impact your TR services.

Learning Objectives:

1. To identify at least 3 different types of dementia
2. To describe the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease over the course of the disease process
3. To distinguish between Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias

Other Courses in this program

• Module 1: Population Aging: Trends and Challenges
• Module 2: Learning, Memory, and Cognition with Age
• Module 4: Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
• Module 5: Theory and Practice
• Module 6: Ten Steps for Treating BPSD and Evidence-Based Practices
• Module 7: General Considerations for Successful Programs

The Dementia Practice Guideline for Recreational Therapy consists of seven parts. A certificate of competition and 9.5 CEU credits will be awarded upon completion of ALL seven parts.