Prevalence of Behavior Disorder and Disturbance to Family and Staff in a Sample of Adult Day Health Care Clients.

Teresi, Jeanne A.; Holmes, Douglas; Dichter, Elizabeth; Koren, Mary Jane; Ramirez, Mildred; Fairchild, Susan

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ERIC Number: EJ563674

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

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Prevalence of Behavior Disorder and Disturbance to Family and Staff in a Sample of Adult Day Health Care Clients.

Teresi, Jeanne A.; Holmes, Douglas; Dichter, Elizabeth; Koren, Mary Jane; Ramirez, Mildred; Fairchild, Susan

Gerontologist, v37 n5 p629-39 Oct 1997

Reports on the prevalence of behavior disorders in a sample of residents (N=360) in adult day health care programs. Findings indicate relatively high rates of behavior disorders. Most prevalent were the affective disorders (seeking reassurance, depression, crying) and verbal-vocal agitation. Differences between formal and informal caregivers' assessments were minimal. (RJM)

Descriptors: Adult Day Care, Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Problems, Caregiver Attitudes, Etiology, Incidence, Mental Health, Nursing Homes, Older Adults, Patients

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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