Research comparing different approaches to dementia care for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias found no significant differences in patient behavioral symptoms or caregiver strain, ...

When agitated dementia patients wander or shout through the night, families and caregivers understandably feel the need to ...

A new study finds that healthcare providers and family caregivers often disagree on how best to manage dementia behaviors during end-of-life care. The research, published in the Journal of the ...

Once dementia has set in, it’s time to adjust to a new reality which can include behavioral challenges as the family member experiences frustrations associated with their symptoms.

The authors explored hospice clinician and caregiver perspectives on behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) and their management. BPSD are common and challenging, impacting both ...

BLOOM (TAMPA) – Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging—especially in public settings where unexpected behaviors might cause confusion or misunderstanding. That’s where Caregiver ...

Redirecting loved ones and patients with dementia can often be a successful strategy to use when managing challenging behaviors. Because people with dementia cannot always communicate what they want, ...

Medically reviewed by Smita Patel, DO Key Takeaways Establish a predictable daily routine to minimize confusion and agitation.Communicate using clear, simple sentences and give time for ...

A new website aims to give more support to people caring for older adults who are living with dementia. The online resource, the DICE Approach, offers free training in a comprehensive approach to ...

Medicare's regulations for enrolling in hospice exclude many dementia patients who need it the most. LPettet/E+ via Getty Images Jimmy Carter, who chose to forgo aggressive medical care for ...

New research comparing different approaches to dementia care for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias found no significant differences in patient behavioral symptoms or caregiver strain ...