Publications by authors named "Agnieszka Libura"
J Alzheimers Dis
January 2023
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates how the term "dementia" (otępienie) is understood in Polish society, emphasizing the importance of the social context for individuals living with this condition.
- - Using frame semantics and data from the National Corpus of Polish, researchers identified key aspects of public understanding of dementia, revealing that knowledge is selective and often biased.
- - The findings suggest that perceptions embedded in the language surrounding dementia may contribute to societal prejudices, highlighting the need for further research to promote a better understanding and support for dementia-friendly initiatives.
