Learning is one of the most significant events in which persons participate. A theory is an amalgamation of diverse intertwined together in an effort to clarify whatever the scheme (Schunk, 2000). Humanist learning approach views learning as a purpose of the whole individual and cannot take place except both mental and emotional areas are elaborate. It is used to assist Alzheimer’s patients recover in managing their health.
Cognitive learning theories are founded on how individuals reason. Information is gotten from the senses of an individual and is transferred to working short term memory. On the practice, the information is transferred to long-term memory. The theory assists caregivers to retrieve, use and organize information by use of cues, questions and advanced organizers to provide best care for the Alzheimer’s patient
Behaviorist learning theory in psychology is a concept of knowledge based upon the impression that all behaviors are learnt through conditioning. The more you know about Alzheimer it is easy to provide care. The learning of the various stages and the reaction of the patient allows the caregiver to know how to deal with family and patient.
Social learning theory is based on a learning process in setting to the social arrangement, collaboration, and it produces both compatible and divergent behavior (Rosenstock, 1988). The theory is used in research to elucidate varied array of behaviors associated with the family dealing with the issue of Alzheimer. As the disease advances the duties done by the patient is replaced and the caregiver or family member.
Psychodynamic Approach focus on a person’s unconscious thoughts from childhood experience affecting the present behavior. The approach is used in cases concerning trauma of family members with the AD patient. The demographic issue age, environment contributes to the audience participation. To avoid issues of lack of interest there is a need to have caregivers and families who have managed to cope with the issue of AD to address the audience. The theory best suited for the audience is the humanistic theory as opposed to behaviorist, which is best suited for the audience (Morris & Faulk, 2012). The behaviorist rewards good behavior encouraging the patient as opposed to a humanistic theory. Patients do well when accomplishments are acknowledged and protected.
References
Morris, A. H., & Faulk, D. R. (2012). Transformative learning in nursing: A guide for nurse educators. New York: Springer.
Rosenstock, I. M., Strecher, V. J. & Becker, M. H. (1988). Social learning theory and the health belief model. Health Education & Behavior, 15 (2), pp. 175—183
Schunk, D. H. (2000). Learning theories. Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Merrill. Reference
