Agitation
Agitation is a difficult behavioral issue for healthcare providers, caregivers and people with Alzheimer disease. In this library, we will bring you resources about current research, treatment interventions and other information.
Featured Resources
“Lighting Your Way”: A Digital Tool For Caregivers Of Loved Ones With The Behavioral Symptoms Of Dementia
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May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With Saundra Jain, MA, PsyD, LPC
InterviewMay 9, 2022May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month… -
Identifying & Treating Anxiety Disorders In Older Adults
ArticleFebruary 15, 2022Anxiety is a very common disorder among older adults, affecting as many as 10 to 20 percent of the older… -
The Treatment Of Depression In Older Adults: An Evidence-Based Practices Toolkit
ArticleApril 12, 2022Overview of the instances of depression in older adults Depression affects more than 19 million Americans of all races, ages,… -
Practice Guidelines For Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment
Downloadable ResourceSeptember 8, 2022Download Infographic
HHS Preparing For Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias To Hit 12 Million By 2060
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Pathophysiology Of Agitation Associated with Alzheimer’s Dementia: The Potential Role Of The Norepinephrine, Serotonin, & Dopamine (NSD) Neurotransmitter Systems
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Diagnosing & Assessing Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia
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Pathophysiology Of Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia
Downloadable ResourceOctober 20, 2022
Featured Topics
HHS Preparing For Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias To Hit 12 Million By 2060
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Burden & Treatment Considerations For Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia
On-Demand WebinarJanuary 11, 2023Agitation associated with Alzheimer’s Dementia (AAD) may lead to worsening outcomes in an already devastating disease. A patient centered focus… -
Pathophysiology Of Agitation Associated with Alzheimer’s Dementia: The Potential Role Of The Norepinephrine, Serotonin, & Dopamine (NSD) Neurotransmitter Systems
On-Demand WebinarOctober 26, 2022Tau pathology and neurodegeneration in key prefrontal and subcortical brain regions may increase the risk of developing agitation in Alzheimer’s… -
Diagnosing & Assessing Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia
Downloadable ResourceOctober 20, 2022Download Resource
The Neuropsychiatric Inventory: Development & Applications
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Mini-Cog™
Downloadable ResourceOctober 16, 2017The Mini-Cog™ is a 3-minute instrument that can increase detection of cognitive impairment in older adults. It can be used… -
Early Preclinical Alzheimer’s Disease Detectable Via Imaging
ArticleJuly 21, 2017Early preclinical Alzheimer’s disease is detectable via brain amyloid imaging. About 88% of cognitively normal older adults with elevated brain amyloid levels at…
Schizophrenia & Dementia Dual Diagnosis Increased After CMS Reporting Requirement For Nursing Home Antipsychotic Prescriptions
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Florida Eliminating ‘Low Priority’ Consumers From Medicaid Long-Term Care Waitlist, Cutting List from 59,259 to 1,562
ArticleNovember 16, 2020Florida is planning to remove low-priority consumers from its Medicaid waitlist for long-term care waiver services, as called for by… -
Homebound: The Future Of Managed Long-Term Services & Supports?
ArticleSeptember 28, 2020The pandemic has increased the demand for all things delivered at home. Meals, liquor, mattresses, and more—are all now at… -
Wolf Administration Announces Strategy To Ease Long-Term Care Facility Restrictions Through Gradual Three-Step Process To Protect Vulnerable Populations
ArticleAugust 17, 2020The Pennsylvania Department of Health and Department Human Services issued updated guidance to ensure a safe return to activities, visitation,…
Dimensions Of Health & Wellness: Environmental Wellness
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Dimensions Of Health & Wellness: De-stressing During Stressful Times
InterviewNovember 21, 2022As we celebrate the upcoming holiday season, many enjoy the festive events, but with all the activities comes fatigue and… -
Dimensions Of Health & Wellness: Spiritual Wellness Fact Sheet
Downloadable ResourceNovember 9, 2022Spiritual Wellness involves having meaning and purpose and a sense of balance and peace.1 This fact sheet provides examples of… -
Dimensions Of Health & Wellness: Social Wellness & The Role Of Peer Support
InterviewOctober 20, 2022Dwayne Mayes and Laura Kaponer discuss the topic of social wellness with Dennis Sholler from the field medical affairs team….
Agitation Resources
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Jeffrey Cummings, MD, ScD
Agitation Section Advisor
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