Aspecte psihologice și legislative în problematica bolnavilor cu Alzheimer în România

Abstract

One of the medical challenges facing society at the moment is Alzheimer`s disease. In addition to the medical implications, it is necessary to understand the psychological implications of this disorder and how we can help those suffering from Alzheimer`s. This article aims to provide information on both psychological and legislative aspects in dealing with this type of dementia. It brings together information about the stages a person with Alzheimer`s goes through, the risks they are exposed to, how they need to adapt to the new condition etc. The article also mentions the psychological implications of this disorder on caregivers, family members, the emotional states they face, the strategies they have found over time to succeed in providing care to those diagnosed with this disease. At the same time, we present some current legal aspects that must be followed to provide people with Alzheimer`s the best medical services and mental health care available. The information gathered in this paper shows the high need to raise awareness on Alzheimer`s disease in the Romanian society, to recognize that it is a public health problem, and it is necessary to develop a national strategy to increase the quality of life of people suffering from this disease and of their caretakers.

Keywords

• alzheimer`s disease
• psychological aspects
• legislative aspects
• impact on family