Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Searching and Rummaging

Course Description

Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Searching and Rummaging is a course designed to help caregivers understand and manage the behaviors exhibited by individuals with dementia, specifically focusing on searching and rummaging. These behaviors can be particularly challenging for caregivers as they may lead to disorganization, misplaced items, and increased confusion for the person with dementia. The course aims to provide caregivers with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage these behaviors, ensuring a safer and more comfortable environment for both the caregiver and the person with dementia.

What will be taught topics

• Identify triggers that may contribute to these behaviors
• Develop strategies for managing and redirecting searching and rummaging behaviors
• Implement environmental modifications to minimize potential risks and hazards

Lesson list

• Introduction to Challenging Behaviors in Dementia
• Reasons Behind Searching and Rummaging Behaviors
• Identifying Triggers and Contributing Factors
• Knowledge Review
• Strategies for Managing and Redirecting Behaviors
• Environmental Modifications to Minimize Risks
• Exam- Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Searching and Rummaging