Kane Michael N
School of Social Work, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, USA.
Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen. 2002 Mar-Apr;17(2):101-9. doi: 10.1177/153331750201700206.
This article focuses on the importance of a practitioner's awareness of ageism, motivation, and countertransference in working with elders with dementia. These factors have the capacity to significantly affect a professional's performance. Additionally, they may also affect the type and quality of services a memory-impaired client receives. Ageism is discussed at the micro, mezzo, and macro level, and practitioners are urged to develop an increased awareness of the effects of ageism on client/service options and as well as practitioner's beliefs. Monitoring professional motivation and being aware of countertransference are important considerations in practitioner-client relationships. Professionals are encouraged to incorporate personal introspection and consultation or supervision to ensure that clients receive the most appropriate service available. Case examples are provided to illustrate concepts.
本文重点关注从业者在与老年痴呆症患者合作时，对年龄歧视、动机和反移情的认知的重要性。这些因素能够显著影响专业人员的表现。此外，它们还可能影响记忆受损客户所接受服务的类型和质量。本文在微观、中观和宏观层面讨论了年龄歧视问题，并敦促从业者提高对年龄歧视对客户/服务选择以及从业者信念影响的认识。在从业者与客户的关系中，监测职业动机并意识到反移情是重要的考量因素。鼓励专业人员进行个人反思，并寻求咨询或监督，以确保客户获得最恰当的可用服务。文中提供了案例示例来说明相关概念。
