Abstract
Storytelling is an important method of communication at all stages of life. Sharing narratives about lived events and experiences provides topics of conversation and opportunities for connecting with other people. In this paper we apply a conventional model of storytelling to the verbal reminiscences of older people with a dementia diagnosis. Their stories retain the conventional structure, suggesting that storytelling, which is an enjoyable and engaging social activity, can provide a conversation model for people with dementia.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Bridging Practices, Theories, and Technologies to Support Reminiscence |
| Publication status | Published - 2011 |