Treatment for dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, focuses on managing symptoms to improve quality of life. Medications like cholinesterase inhibitors (donepezil, rivastigmine) and memantine are commonly prescribed to enhance cognitive function and manage behavioral symptoms. Non-drug approaches such as cognitive stimulation therapy, physical exercise, and music or art therapy can also benefit patients by promoting mental engagement and emotional well-being. Caregiver support and education are crucial, helping families manage challenges and maintain patient safety. Advanced cases may require residential care for safety and specialized medical needs. Research into new treatments continues, aiming to slow disease progression or even reverse symptoms, offering hope for improved outcomes in the future.
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