Description
Dementia continues to be one of the most challenging areas of medicine today. With an aging population, and the prevalence of this diagnosis increasing exponentially, essential oils have an important role in offering improved quality of life for Dementia sufferers. Join Dr E. Joy Bowles to learn more about the use of aromatherapy as an evidence-based complementary therapy for this condition. Sadly, mainstream medicine has few effective treatments for this condition. Essential oils offer a cost-effective, easy to administer treatment for a variety of issues experienced by Dementia sufferers.
Current research of essential oils has demonstrated efficacy for:
• anxiety reduction
• behaviour management
• insomnia
• maintaining a positive mood
• improved bowel function
Attendees will gain knowledge of:
• Symptoms of dementia relieved by essential oils
• The most useful essential oils
• Current research evidence
• Best application methods
Who should attend:
• Practitioners caring for patients with dementia
Dr E. Joy Bowles PhD, BSc (Hons)
Joy Bowles is a gifted and entertaining speaker, published author and international presenter. She developed the first course in essential oil chemistry in Australia and completed her doctorate on the effects of essential oils on cognitive function in dementia. Dr Bowles is now establishing a global network of researchers to provide a comprehensive evidence base for the use of essential oils in mainstream health care.
