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.
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Yong Xiao Wang, Albany Medical College, United States
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Kaoru Sakatani, The University of Tokyo, Japan
Title : Evaluation of the neuroprotective potential of indicaxanthin from opuntia ficus indica fruit against dysmetabolism-related neurodegeneration both in vivo and in vitro
Mario Allegra, University of Palermo, Italy
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Jacqueline Tuppen, Cogs Club, United Kingdom
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Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, United States
Title : Psychosocial considerations in management of corticobasal degeneration
Esraa Askar, Forest Hills Hospital, United States