Research Summaries

Dementia
Dementia
04/20/2018
The use of potentially inappropriate medications is common among older adults with dementia. In a recent study, researchers examined patterns of medication use following dementia diagnosis, and compared...
04/20/2018
Dementia
Dementia
04/11/2018
Traumatic brain injury is known to be associated with dementia, but few large studies with long follow-up have been performed. In a study of nearly 3 million people with a risk for dementia, researchers...
04/11/2018
Dementia
Dementia
03/28/2018
In a recent study of 4 cohorts consisting of 717 patients with Parkinson disease, researchers examined the effectiveness of a new scale in predicting the development of dementia.
03/28/2018
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/21/2018
Findings from 2 trials that compared various doses of the atypical antipsychotic brexpiprazole with placebo have indicated that the drug may have additional benefits for patients with agitation due to...
03/21/2018
Dementia
Dementia
03/16/2018
For older adults with chronic conditions and complex care needs, transitioning between levels of care and care settings is common. Researchers have identified 5 essential themes for consistent and supported...
03/16/2018
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/08/2018
Researchers recently compared the effects of treatment with an atypical antipsychotic vs placebo for various periods of time among patients with Alzheimer disease psychosis.
03/08/2018
Dementia
Dementia
02/21/2018
A new study has shed light on the role of alcohol use disorders in the onset of all types of dementia, including early-onset dementia.
02/21/2018
Dementia
Dementia
02/12/2018
Although the association between AF and dementia is well known, it is still unclear whether oral anticoagulant treatment is protective of cognitive function in patients with AF. The results of a new study...
02/12/2018
Dementia
Dementia
02/02/2018
Previous studies have shown an association between traumatic brain injury and dementia, but it is not yet known whether this risk decreases over time. In a new study, researchers further evaluated this...
02/02/2018
Dementia
Dementia
01/16/2018
The authors of a recent study explored possible psychological factors that may be associated with the onset of dementia in community-dwelling older adults.
01/16/2018