Alzheimer's Care Today: Best Practices in Dementia Care welcomes the submission of manuscripts that address best practices in dementia care. We are currently seeking submissions that fit into one of the following sections.
RESEARCH ARTICLES
Qualitative and quantitative manuscripts that present original research on practices or policies related to Alzheimer's disease and best practices in dementia care. The desired page limit is 25 to 35 pages.
BEST PRACTICES
Original presentations of policies or practices that provide meaningful advancements to dementia care. These manuscripts must connect the targeted strategy or practice to a theoretical base and provide explicit discussion that reflects the most up-to-date information about Alzheimer's disease and memory impairment. Manuscripts that address issues of quality diagnostic evaluations, latest treatment options, care management, psychosocial support, and education are appropriate. The desired page limit is 10 to 20 pages.
PERSONAL PERSPECTIVES
Original manuscripts that present the unique and personal perspective of living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or caring for a person with Alzheimer's disease. The desired page limit is 3 to 10 pages.
Special topics of interest include the following:
Spirituality and Dementia
Sexuality and Intimacy
Palliative Care Issues in Dementia
Ethical Issues in Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Assessment and Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias
Update on Clinical Trials for Alzheimer's Disease
Best Practices for Early Stage Alzheimer's Disease
Best Practices for Moderate- to Severe-Stage Alzheimer's Disease
Best Practices for Alzheimer's Care Management
Risk Factors for Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
Health and Prevention Strategies
Caregiver Issues and Support
Living Environments for Persons With Dementia
Public Policy Analysis
Training Needs of Staff and Caregivers
Please contact Peg Gray-Vickrey, DNS, RN, Editor-in-Chief of Alzheimer's Care Today, at [email protected] with your proposed contributions. Additional information for authors can be found at http://www.actjournalonline.com.