Responding to the Pain Experiences of People with a Learning Difficulty and Dementia

Kerr, Diane; Cunningham, Colm; Wilkinson, Heather

ISBN 10: 1859354580 ISBN 13: 9781859354582

Publisher: Joseph Rowntree Foundation, 2006

Synopsis

People with a learning disability are living longer, this increased longevity brings with it the conditions and illnesses of older age; dementia is one of these. It is known that amongst people in the general population who have dementia there is inadequate pain recognition and treatment. This report has identified similar trends in pain management amongst people with a learning disability and dementia. This report explores the knowledge and practice in relation to pain recognition and management amongst direct support staff, members of community learning disability teams and General Practitioners. The report also examines the understanding and experiences of pain amongst people with a learning disability and dementia. The report identifies the dilemmas and obstacles to effective pain management. It also identifies examples of good practice and makes clear recommendations for practitioners and service providers.

Edition details

• Publisher: Joseph Rowntree Foundation
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1859354580
• ISBN 13: 9781859354582
• Binding: Poster
• Number of pages: 90