‘Maybe more psychologists need to become outsiders’.
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| Title: | ‘Maybe more psychologists need to become outsiders’. |
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| Authors: | Bender, Mike (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Psychologist. Oct2025, p30-33. 4p. 2 Color Photographs. |
| Subjects: | Community psychology, Dementia, Perspective taking, Mental health services, Psychology, Cognition disorders, Self-help techniques, Aging |
| Geographic Terms: | Newham (London, England) |
| Abstract: | The article focuses on the professional journey of a psychologist who transitioned from traditional clinical psychology to community psychology, particularly in the context of aging and dementia. Initially drawn to psychology at Edinburgh University, the individual later worked in Newham, where they contributed to the development of community mental health services during a period of significant change in social care. Their work emphasized innovative approaches to supporting older adults, including those with dementia, and challenged the prevailing narratives surrounding cognitive decline. The psychologist's recent publication, "A New Understanding of Dementia: A Guide," aims to provide practical self-help techniques and promote a more nuanced understanding of dementia, advocating for a shift away from a purely medical model towards a more holistic view of aging and cognitive health. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | The article focuses on the professional journey of a psychologist who transitioned from traditional clinical psychology to community psychology, particularly in the context of aging and dementia. Initially drawn to psychology at Edinburgh University, the individual later worked in Newham, where they contributed to the development of community mental health services during a period of significant change in social care. Their work emphasized innovative approaches to supporting older adults, including those with dementia, and challenged the prevailing narratives surrounding cognitive decline. The psychologist's recent publication, "A New Understanding of Dementia: A Guide," aims to provide practical self-help techniques and promote a more nuanced understanding of dementia, advocating for a shift away from a purely medical model towards a more holistic view of aging and cognitive health. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 09528229 |
