Dementia - Progressively Lowered Stress Threshold Model

Question 1

4 frameworks for interventions

Answer 1

• Progressively Lowered Stress Threshold Model
• Need-driven Dementia-compromised Behavior Model
• Cognitive Behavioural Approach
• Neurodevelopmental Sequencing Model

Question 2

Progressively Lowered Stress Threshold Model

– Framework’s raison d’être

Answer 2

Ability to tolerate stress (internal/external) declines with disease progression.

Question 3

Progressively Lowered Stress Threshold Model

– Goals (summary slide - 2 points)

Answer 3

• Identify + eliminate/reduce stress-inducing stimuli

* Maintain max. function thru supportive env.

Question 4

Progressively Lowered Stress Threshold Model
– Mantra/Interventions
MARRS

Answer 4

Adapt processes to reduce stress!

Memory cues
A place for everything and everything in its place
Routine
Rest
Simple choices