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When supporting people with dementia, it is important to develop an ability to sympathize or empathise? Understanding the Crucial Distinction

Recent studies in dementia care consistently show that a person-centered approach significantly improves well-being for both the individual with dementia and their caregiver. So, when supporting people with dementia, it is important to develop an ability to sympathize or empathise? The answer is clear: cultivating empathy is a cornerstone of effective, compassionate care.