Caregivers who respond to dementia patients with indifference or irritation can cause problem behavior to worsen, according to a recent study by a Dutch researcher. For the study, researcher Marjolein ...

A new WHO study finds that telemedicine initiatives improve psychological well-being and quality of life among patients with ...

Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. There are over 6 million people living with dementia in the U.S.

There are plenty of reason you might feel off in the late afternoon and evening. Maybe you’re mentally wiped after socializing all day, or your brain is fried from hours of work. If you got up early, ...

Daily and hazardous drinking among family caregivers of people with dementia was significantly and independently linked with increased odds of abusive and neglectful behaviors, a new study finds. The ...

“Most studies included in our scoping review suggested that there were significant effects from the environment on behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). Better understanding of ...

Credit: Getty Images. Helping patients and family members navigate behavioral and psychologic symptoms of dementia is a large part of providing care to people living with dementia. Dementia is an ...

When we think about dementia, we often think of a person experiencing memory loss and confusion. While it’s true that these ...

The death of a Johnston County woman has underscored the need for early detection, intervention, and family support.

Village Caregiving reports that in-home care for seniors with dementia fosters independence, safety, and companionship, benefiting both patients and caregivers.

In a recent British Medical Journal study, researchers assess the adverse effects associated with the use of antipsychotic drugs in people with dementia. Study: Multiple adverse outcomes associated ...