Introduction
In this case study it gives us a clear description of Mrs T Position. She is an 83 year old retired teacher who suffers from mild Alzheimers hypertention and artheritus and night terrors. I will research theorists and apply my knowlege to meet Mrs T’s needs. I will discuss the Interpersonal skills and apply them to meet Mrs Ts care in order for her to improve her welbeing .
Carl rogers ( theorist)
Carl Rogers (1902-1987) was a humanist psychologist who agreed with the main assumptions of Abraham Maslow but added that for a person to "grow", they need an environment that provides them with genuineness (openness and self-disclosure), acceptance (being seen with unconditional positive regard), and empathy (being listened to and understood).
Without these, relationships and healthy personalities will not develop as they should, much like a tree will not grow without sunlight and water.
Rogers believed that every person can achieve their goals, wishes and desires in life. When, or rather if they did so,self actualization took place.This was one of Carl Rogers most important contributions to psychology and for a person to reach their potential a number of factors must be satisfied.
Needs being met
Feeding
Personal hygenie
Communication
Needs not being met
Comforting
Counselling
Comforting and counselling
Mrs T may be having night terrors and feeling distreesed as a result of being unable to discuss her worries and thoughts. it can be very depressing for a person to who has been dependent their whole life to become dependent on the people around them for everything.
Here are some suggestions;
Encouraging independence
Try to encourage the person with dementia to continue with these routines for as long as possible. Take the time to think about which routines work best, as well as the person's preferences, so that you can help them carry on with their normal routine.
Where do they like to get undressed ?
Do they prefer a bath...