'I wish they would remember that I forget:' The effects of memory loss on the lives of individuals with mild-to-moderate dementia

摘要

Purpose of study: Due to changing cognitive and functional capabilities, individuals with dementia face challenging care-related issues such as feelings of embarrassment, relationship strain, and symptoms of depression and anxiety. Limited research exists examining individuals with dementia's perceptions and concerns about these issues and how their perspectives can impact the quality and process of their illness experience.