The social relationships that people
with dementia have with their caregivers
are particularly important. Research has
shown that some negative effects of
dementia can be reduced in supportive
social environments in which caregivers
use person-centred approaches (Eggenberger
et al, 2013). The quality of life of
people with dementia improves when
caregivers are trained to develop their
communication skills; this may also
reduce levels of care-related stress and
burnout (Eggenberger et al, 2013).