Conclusion

The content areas of focus in Module 1 have guided you through an exploration of an understanding about the impact of dementia from the following perspectives:

• Epidemiological data
• Types of dementia and their associated pathophysiology
• Special needs of specific groups within in our communities
• Understanding from the perspective persons with dementia and their family members and carers

A range of learning activities have been used for you to develop your understanding and awareness in these four content areas of focus

Please refer to the Additional Resources to further develop your knowledge and skills in these areas

We hope you have enjoyed completing this learning module and have found the content and learning activities useful.

Module 2 Recognising Dementia and Module 3 Communication in Dementia Care can now be completed to further develop your knowledge and skills in dementia care

Please also take time to complete the Feedback survey which is an evaluation of the content and learning activities developed for the "Dementia Education Online" learning unit