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Understanding Caregivers’ Perspectives: Agitation in Alzheimer’s Dementia

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Understanding Caregivers’ Perspectives: Agitation in Alzheimer’s Dementia

Agitation in Alzheimer’s Dementia is frequently under-recognized by caregivers and under-diagnosed by healthcare professionals (HCPs) despite its prevalence.1-3 Caregivers are essential in recognizing, assessing, and communicating these symptoms to HCPs. Join us as we explore the caregivers’ insights on the “most bothersome” symptoms and what they view as meaningful improvements or worsening in agitation. We will delve into practical strategies, using the Agitation in Alzheimer’s Screener (AASC®) to help identify symptoms and facilitate conversations with HCPs.

References:

  1. Halpern R, et al. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2019;34(3):420-431.
  2. Lanctot KL, et al. Alzheimers Dement (NY). 2017;3(3):440-449.
  3. Stella F, et al. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2015;30(12):1230-1237.

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David E.-Lewis

David E. Lewis, DO

Primary Care Physician, Bucks Family Medicine; Medical Director, Angelic Healthcare; Owner and Provider, Adult, Geriatric, Osteopathic (AGO) Medical Care, LLC

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Amaka-Onyereri

Amaka Onyereri, PharmD, BCPS

Medical Science Liaison

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Chuck-Dillay

Chuck Dillay

Senior Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs

Dr. David E. Lewis is a paid consultant of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC)

Amaka Onyereri, PharmD, BCPS and Chuck Dillay are employees of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC)

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February 2025    US.CORP.X.25.00025

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