Introduction
This unit examines the evidence base for, and the potential impact of, community-level initiatives aimed at (1) reducing the incidence of dementia in the general population, and (2) improving quality of life for those living with dementia. These are classed as public health approaches to dementia. The large- scale impact of dementia on societies, both current and forecast, is surveyed, and used to inform an evaluation of effective public health initiatives designed to reduce this impact. Initiatives investigated include community-wide inclusion and support of people living with dementia and their carers, such as dementia friendly communities and environments, and dementia risk reduction efforts. You will be encouraged to develop skills to explain evidence, arguments and advice on dementia support and prevention in a variety of community contexts.
Summary
| Unit name | Community and Public Health Approaches to Dementia 1 |
| Unit code | CAD504 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Discipline | Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Coordinator | Doctor Hannah Fair |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Appraise the need for, and implementation of, public health initiatives that promote dementia risk reduction.
- Investigate the determinants of health which impact on dementia incidence, diagnosis, prognosis, and resources across the world in the context of health equity.
- Examine public health initiatives that benefit people living with dementia and those who care for them.
- Explain evidence, arguments and advice on dementia support and prevention, in a variety of community contexts.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Online learning - approx. 10 hours per week |
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| Assessment | Poster and discussion (20%)|Critical reflection (25%)|Oral presentation (25%)|Analysis of public health initiatives (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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