People with dementia can no longer clearly express that they are in pain. Screaming, hitting, and resistance to care actions can be signs of this. How can one recognize whether a dementia patient is in pain? How can pain be alleviated? The book presents methods for pain assessment and offers helpful tips for meaningful pain documentation. In addition to medication therapy, it describes baths, massages, basic stimulation, and validating conversations, among other approaches. The focus is on the experiences of those affected and the attitudes of caregivers. Because the fear that accompanies pain can only be alleviated through a respectful encounter.