Dementia: Living in the Memories of God (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780802867162)

Dementia is one of the most feared diseases in Western society today. Some have even gone so far as to suggest euthanasia as a solution to the perceived indignity of memory loss and the disorientation that accompanies it.

In this book John Swinton develops a practical theology of dementia for caregivers, people with dementia, ministers, hospital chaplains, and medical practitioners as he explores two primary questions:

• Who am I when I've forgotten who I am?
• What does it mean to love God and be loved by God when I have forgotten who God is?

Offering compassionate and carefully considered theological and pastoral responses to dementia and forgetfulness, Swinton's Dementia: Living in the Memories of God redefines dementia in light of the transformative counter story that is the gospel.

Author: John Swinton
ISBN-10: 0802867162
ISBN-13: 9780802867162
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Language: English
Published: 11/19/2012
Pages: 308
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.90d
Award: Book of the Year - Winner