Agitation is one of the most distressing symptoms of Alzheimer's dementia, and we are pleased to make positive strides forward in treatment of these patients." Paul Rosenberg, M.D., professor of ...

An FDA-approved synthetic version of THC (the main ingredient in cannabis) reduces agitation in patients with Alzheimer's ...

A synthetic form of the active ingredient in cannabis helps reduce agitation in people with Alzheimer's, new research shows.

Dementia is the biggest health challenge facing the UK ... In some people, though, they make no difference and cause side effects such as confusion and agitation.” Medication not specifically for ...

In a study led by the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Tufts University School of Medicine, researchers show that a pill form of the drug dronabinol, an FDA-approved synthetic version ...

Kathy Richards, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAASM, of the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, presents cases of sleep disturbances in older adults at GAPNA 2024.

The rate of antipsychotic drug use in nursing homes has remained stubbornly high. Experts are concerned about misuse.

Cognitive decline may increase an older person's risk for a fall, while the trauma that follows a fall may also speed up ...

Dr. Kimberly Doyle from Baylor Scott & White shares valuable tips to ward off cognitive decline and keep your mind sharp as ...

A senior dog with dementia spent months waiting for a home — until a familiar face stepped in. The woman, who had been a ...

The new study included 75 outpatients with Alzheimer's dementia ... treat agitation in people with dementias. "While further analyses are needed to better understand predictors of treatment ...