Patry C, Closier S, Lafon É, Carlier-Verhaeghe C, Kerrien A, Bertrand A, Caudron E. [Supporting people with Diogenes syndrome].
Rev Infirm 2017;
66:34-36. [PMID:
29179846 DOI:
10.1016/j.revinf.2017.10.014]
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Abstract
Diogenes syndrome is a chronic condition often affecting elderly people, especially those living in isolation. It is characterised by self-neglect and compulsive hoarding. Medico-social professionals working with people in their home, have reflected on levers to help improve the complex support of these patients.
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