Dementia neuropsychiatric symptoms encompass a broad range of behavioral and psychological disturbances commonly associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. These symptoms can include agitation, aggression, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and apathy, among others. They often pose significant challenges for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers, impacting quality of life and care management. Understanding and managing these symptoms are crucial in dementia care, requiring a multifaceted approach that may include pharmacological interventions, behavioral therapies, environmental modifications, and caregiver support. Tailored treatment plans aim to mitigate symptoms while considering the individual’s overall health and well-being, striving to improve patient comfort and functional ability amidst the progressive nature of the underlying neurodegenerative disease.
Title : Make a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Dementia UK, United Kingdom
Title : Imaging brain clearance in Alzheimer’s disease
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University , United States
Title : Neuromodulation of scalp electroacupuncture in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neuroimaging-based evaluation of scalp acupuncture for neural repair and reorganization in children with cerebral palsy
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neurophysiological change and cognitive response to levetiracetam in Alzheimer disease: Testing the missing mechanistic link
Christopher Hubler, Emergent Neural Systems Institute for Research, United States
Title : Healthcare professionals in Somaliland had low levels of knowledge and attitudes towards dementia care: A pilot survey
Mohamed Abdilahi Duale, Frantz Fanon University, Somalia