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BPSD (Biological and Psychological

Symptoms of Dementia)

Aims: The aim of the programme is to provide healthcare

professionals with the skills to effectively respond to

behaviours that challenge whilst protecting the dignity and

safety of the person with dementia. It highlights the need

for self-care and support for colleagues whilst working in a

dementia care setting in dealing with responsive

behaviours.

Course Content: This course explores causes and

consequences of behaviours that challenge. It looks at the

types of behaviour that falls into this category and focuses

on anger, aggression, wandering, and antisocial behaviour

at mealtimes. It also includes an overview of triggers,

warning signs and concentrates on diffusing difficult

situations using a variety of approaches including the ABC

approach and other distraction therapies. It covers the

effects of the ‘sundowning’ syndrome and makes
suggestions to help ease distress for persons with dementia.

It focuses on our own approach.

Objectives: It seeks to provide nurses and allied health

professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to

cope with behaviours that challenge using a person-centred
approach whilst maintaining their own safety and

supporting their colleagues.

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