The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners to stimulate dialogue on trends with great momentum to advance gerontology. The Momentum Discussions podcasts delve into various aging-related topics and features conversations with experts in the field. The podcasts explore the latest research, trends, and practical applications in gerontology, covering themes such as the impacts of aging on health, social systems, and policy. Its goal is to advance the understanding and practice of gerontology by sharing insights and innovations that can improve the quality of life for older adults and foster a better understanding of the aging process.
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Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Most individuals with dementia experience behavioral symptoms during their disease trajectory. These symptoms are troubling to the person living with dementia, their care partners, and others such as family members or those living in congregate living settings. In this Momentum Discussion Podcast episode, Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson, a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Emory Integrated Memory Care, shares her insights into the importance of detecting and addressing behavioral symptoms. She offers general strategies that care partners and others can take when interacting with someone with dementia, and she provides important insights into managing specific troubling behaviors.
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Guest:
Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC
Assistant Professor, tenure track
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing Emory
Host:
Jennifer Pettis, MS, RN, CNE
Director of Strategic Alliances
Gerontological Society of America
This podcast episode is supported by Genentech, Lilly, Eisai, and Otsuka.