Alzheimer’s Disease: A World of Fear

Fear induced behaviors such as catastrophic reactions or violent behavior are potentially dangerous to both the caregiver and the resident. This series is presented by nationally recognized Alzheimer's expert Dr. Peter V. Rabins and identifies common fear-inducing situations and strategies for minimizing fearful reactions.

2 DVD series
series price: $250

Catastrophic Reactions and Other Fear Induced Behaviors

Order# AD206
Presented by Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH

20 minutes
interactive discussion
title price: $150; $75 rental

Catastrophic reactions and other fear induced behaviors such as agitation or violent behavior are: disruptive to providing care; emotionally unsettling for the patient and the caregiver; and potentially dangerous.

In addition, fear may result in a patient withdrawing and not engaging in life and may even contribute to wandering, calling out and repetitive questioning. Dr. Rabins and nursing staff discuss common fear behaviors and how destructive they can be to residents, staff and the facility. Filmed at Edenwald.

Positive Solutions to Minimize Fearful Behaviors

Order# AD230
Presented by Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH

20 minutes
interactive discussion
title price: $150; $75 rental

Fear can generate a wide range of behaviors with Alzheimer’s patients. Dr. Rabins and nursing staff talk about: the importance of realizing these behaviors may often be fear based; recognizing the triggers for these behaviors; preventing them for happening, and suggest easy positive solutions. Filmed at Edenwald.