Family dynamics in face of Alzheimer's in one of its members

Abstract OBJECTIVE To understand the family dynamics when there is a member in the residence with Alzheimer's disease. METHOD A study of qualitative approach, using the creative sensitive method (CSM), and with participation of two families who had a member with Alzheimer's disease at home. RESULTS Three categories emerged: Effects of Alzheimer's disease and the family dynamics; Development process of Alzheimer's disease and Coping strategies in face of the disease. CONCLUSION It was possible to know the manifestations and consequences of Alzheimer's disease in the family, such as mutual help, the mobilization of resources to activate memories of the past, spirituality and faith. There was also understanding of the structure of family dynamics.

Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, May 11, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, May 18, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, May 25, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, June 1, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, June 8, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, June 15, 2007

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Quarterly Report of the Building Project for the Motor Vehicle Division

Pursuant to Section 1 of House File 466 of the 81st General Assembly, the Iowa Department of Transportation is required to make quarterly reports to the Legislative Council regarding the progress of the building project for the Motor Vehicle Division. During the quarter ending June 30, 2007, the project was delayed by two weeks. The Motor Vehicle Division moved into the new Ankeny facility on June 22 and was operational Monday, June 25. The driver's license stations reopened as scheduled Tuesday, June 26, at the Ankeny facility as well as the Oliver Plaza renewal location.

Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, June 29, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, June 22, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, July 6, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, July 20, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, July 13, 2007

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities for the Week Ending, July 27, 2007

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