V/F Validation 3rd Edition

This book tells how to help disoriented old-old people. It teaches those who care for and about disoriented old-old how to: recognize the signs of disorientation, the physical, emotional and social factors leading to confusion, and how to help confused old- old in each stage.


The book helps caretakers feel comfortable with disoriented old-old. “There is logic behind the bizarre behavior,” writes Naomi Feil, who originated Validation® Therapy in 1963. She helps nursing homes throughout the world implement this therapy to prevent further disorientation and restore dignity. 


The 3rd edition recently revised by Vicki de Klerk-Rubin includes the following


Newly revised Validation Principles have been added. The list of basic human needs focuses on what is seen in daily practice.

The latest research studies on Validation have been updated.