Nonpharmacologic management of the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia

Brath et al discuss nonpharmacologic management of the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) are common and negatively affect patient and caregiver outcomes Nearly all people living with dementia develop BPSD. Symptoms vary over t...

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Published in:Canadian Medical Association journal (CMAJ) Vol. 197; no. 11; pp. E298 - E299
Main Authors: Brath, Hana, MD, Wiesenfeld, Lesley, MD MHCM, Stall, Nathan M., MD PhD
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Canada CMA Impact Inc 24.03.2025
CMA Impact, Inc
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Caregivers
Dementia
Drug therapy
Internal Medicine
Patients
Physiological aspects
Practice
Psychiatry
Psychological aspects
Psychological manifestations of general diseases
Psychosis
Women
Canada
ISSN:0820-3946, 1488-2329, 1488-2329
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Summary:Brath et al discuss nonpharmacologic management of the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) are common and negatively affect patient and caregiver outcomes Nearly all people living with dementia develop BPSD. Symptoms vary over time and by type of dementia, and can include agitation, psychosis, depression, apathy, and anxiety. Recognizing and addressing new behavioral or mood symptoms is crucial, as BPSD is associated with increased hospital admissions, institutionalization, functional decline, and caregiver distress. Nonpharmacologic interventions are effective first-line treatments for mild BPSD. Identifying BPSD triggers can guide nonpharmacologic interventions.
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ISSN:0820-3946
1488-2329
1488-2329
DOI:10.1503/cmaj.241076