Abstract
This article provides an update and review of strategies for assessing and treating behavioral changes in patients with Alzheimer disease. It discusses the impact of behavioral disturbances on patients, presents guidelines for identifying and monitoring behavioral changes, and presents behavioral treatment approaches.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Alzheimer Disease / complications*
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Caregivers
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Depression / etiology
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Depression / prevention & control
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Humans
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Memory Disorders / diagnosis
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Memory Disorders / etiology
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Memory Disorders / therapy
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Patient Care Planning*
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Psychomotor Agitation / etiology
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Psychomotor Agitation / prevention & control
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Social Behavior Disorders / diagnosis*
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Social Behavior Disorders / etiology
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Social Behavior Disorders / prevention & control*