Plahay, Tania
Yoga for Dementia
- ISBN 13:
- 9781785921599
- author:
- Plahay, Tania
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 25.15 x 17.78 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Yoga, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Yoga for Dementia: A Guide for People with Dementia, Their Families and Caregivers This book offers a unique approach to yoga for people with dementia, providing substantial sequences, breathing exercises, meditations, and mindfulness exercises to improve symptoms associated with dementia. Based on a pilot therapeutic yoga programme, it demonstrates the benefits of yoga for people with dementia and shows how each exercise can be adapted for different abilities. The book introduces the Reminiscence Yoga approach, which uses sounds, music, guided imagery, and familiar actions to stimulate memories. This innovative approach is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for people with dementia, promoting wellbeing, posture, breathing, and sleep, while reducing anxiety and agitation. By exploring the many benefits of yoga for people with dementia, this guide provides a valuable resource for families, caregivers, and individuals affected by dementia.
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