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This paper discusses sexuality and intimacy behaviors of the elderly with dementia living in residential care. The study explores this thematic from the perspectives of healthcare professionals and family caregivers. The methodology used is based on a qualitative method approach. The research was conducted in Portugal, using semi-structured face-to-face in-depth interviews. Thirty-two people participated...
Intimacy and sexuality expressed by nursing home residents with dementia remains an ethically sensitive issue for care facilities, nursing staff and family members. Dealing with residents’ sexual longings and behaviour is extremely difficult, putting a burden on the caregivers as well as on the residents themselves and their relatives. The parties in question often do not know how to react when residents...
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