How can I maintain my sense of well-being after my diagnosis of dementia?
The definition of "well-being" includes the good or satisfactory condition of existence; a state characterized by health, happiness and prosperity.
The notion of well-being is part of the mission and philosophy of The Eden Alternative, which asserts that no matter how old we are or what challenges we live with, life is about continuing to grow. The Eden Alternative identifies seven domains of well-being, which is the focus of the book, "Dementia Beyond Disease," written by Dr. Al Power. In this book, Power explains the importance of living the seven domains for an overall sense of well-being in life. These seven domains include identity, growth, meaning, connectedness, security, autonomy and joy.
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