Hospitalizations May Hasten Cognitive Decline in the Elderly
For older adults, a higher rate of hospitalizations is associated with more rapid cognitive decline.
Geriatric Psychiatry
Antidepressant Monotherapy in Elderly Linked to Increased Incident Dementia
Although 11.0% of individuals taking antidepressants developed dementia, only 2.6% of the unexposed sample went on to be diagnosed with dementia.
Former Surgeons General Cite Dementia as Top Public Health Crisis
The United States has a rapidly ageing population, and 14 million people are projected to live with dementia by 2050.
ECT Effectively Reduced Agitation, Improved Functioning in Dementia
Overall, ECT was a safe treatment option for patients with dementia experiencing agitation or aggression, as well as for those with comorbid medical conditions.
Early-Stage Alzheimer Disease Has Adverse Financial Consequences
Robust evidence shows households are at significant risk for large adverse changes in liquid assets.
New Alzheimer Disease Drug to Be Submitted for FDA Approval
New analysis of study results suggests highest dose of aducanumab may help slow cognitive decline.
Telepsychiatry May Be Convenient Alternative for Older Vets in Rural Areas
Veterans in rural areas shared their satisfaction with geriatric psychiatry care delivered via video telehealth.
Nonpharmacologic Interventions Reduce Agitation in Dementia
Nonpharmacologic more efficacious than pharmacologic interventions for reducing aggression, agitation.
Economic Hardship Results in Reduced Cognitive Function
Data emphasize the impact of poverty on certain aging outcomes, notably physical performance, cognitive ability, and systemic inflammation.
Despite No Change in Depression Prevalence, Proportion of Seniors Taking Antidepressants More Than Doubles
No change was seen in prevalence of depression from 1990-1993 to 2008-2011.
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