Art Therapy Is Effective Treatment for Mild Neurocognitive Disorder
Study participants were involved in art therapy which alternated with structured art viewing and creation of artwork in sessions with identified themes.
Geriatric Psychiatry
Dementia-Related Psychosis and Off-Label Use of Atypical Antipsychotics
With atypical antipsychotics (AAPs) being prescribed off-label for treating dementia-related psychosis, the study authors evaluated the comparative efficacy, safety, and effectiveness of AAPS by conducting a network meta-analysis.
Patients With Dementia May Benefit From Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness
The objective of this systematic review was to evaluate the efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy and adaptations in managing mood and insomnia in people with dementia.
Brain Activity May Play Role in “Broken Heart Syndrome”
Stress-related brain activity tied to higher risk for developing Takotsubo syndrome.
Nearly Half of Older Adults Use Online Physician Ratings
Online ratings perceived to be very important nearly as often as word-of-mouth recommendations from family and friends.
Neighborhood Disadvantage Tied to Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Cortical thinning partially mediates the association between neighborhood-level disadvantage and cognitive decline.
Older Age and Previous Opioid Use Associated With Persistent Postoperative Opioid Use
The goal of the study researchers was to identify rates of persistent postoperative opioid use after hip arthroscopy and to identify those factors associated with persistent use.
Prescribing Up for Drugs Associated With Falls in Older Adults
Both use of fall risk-increasing drugs and mortality due to falls are on the rise in older adults.
Digital Health Information Divide Puts Many Older Adults at a Disadvantage
Computer access to digital health information varies by race and ethnicity, a study found.
COVID Treatment Should Include Delirium Prevention
Looking at the importance of delirium and delirium prevention in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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