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
A Conversation With An Expert In Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia, A Person With Lived Experience, & A Care Partner
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HHS Preparing For Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias To Hit 12 Million By 2060
ArticleJanuary 16, 2023The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is preparing for the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias… -
Diagnosing & Assessing Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia
Downloadable ResourceOctober 20, 2022Download Resource -
Practice Guidelines For Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment
InfographicSeptember 8, 2022Download Infographic
Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia: Mechanism Of Disease
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CMS Announces Medicare Accountable Care Partnerships Will Cover 13.2 Million Enrollees In 2023
ArticleJanuary 30, 2023On January 17, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that Medicare accountable care organization (ACO) initiatives… -
CMS Proposes Changes To Medicare Part D Coverage For The 2024 Plan Year To Allow Prior Authorization To Remain In Place For A Full Course Of Treatment
ArticleJanuary 23, 2023The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed new policies for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D plans for… -
CMS Starts Audits Of Antipsychotic Use In Nursing Homes
ArticleJanuary 23, 2023On January 18, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) began new audits to reduce the inappropriate use…
Featured Topics
Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia: Mechanism Of Disease
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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… -
Atypical Antipsychotics Bind To A Variety Of Neurotransmitter Receptors
Downloadable ResourceNovember 18, 2022An illustrative representation of different atypical antipsychotics and respective binding affinities are present in this graphic. The size of the… -
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
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Assessing Cognitive Impairment, Depression, & Functionality In Older Adults
InterviewAugust 10, 2022Cognitive impairment, depression, and functional decline are all common in older adults. Therefore, it is important for care providers to… -
The Neuropsychiatric Inventory: Development & Applications
ArticleNovember 23, 2020Key Messages The Neuropsychiatric Inventory (NPI) is a reliable tool developed to capture a large scope of neuropsychiatric symptoms. NPI’s… -
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…
Estimated Value Of Family Caregiver Services Totaled $600 Billion In 2021
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CMS Starts Audits Of Antipsychotic Use In Nursing Homes
ArticleJanuary 23, 2023On January 18, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) began new audits to reduce the inappropriate use… -
Schizophrenia & Dementia Dual Diagnosis Increased After CMS Reporting Requirement For Nursing Home Antipsychotic Prescriptions
ArticleJanuary 3, 2022After the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) began requiring public reporting of nursing home antipsychotic use, the proportion… -
Mental Wellness Across The Lifespan: An Interview With The Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Program Manager Hannah Zeller, MSW
InterviewMay 4, 2021In the United States, millions of Americans are affected by mental illness. The month of May have been designated as…
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2023 Mental Health America (MHA) Mental Health Month Toolkit
ArticleMay 1, 2023In preparation for May Mental Health Month, MHA is excited to release of their highly anticipated 2023 Mental Health Month… -
Reflections On Utilizing The “8 Dimensions Of Wellness Workbook: Creating Balance & Healthy Habits In Every Area Of Your Life”
InterviewApril 12, 2023Dwayne Mayes and Kathy Day, Patient & Caregiver Section Advisors, sit down with Dennis Sholler to reflect on the creation… -
Social Determinants Of Health & Disruptive Life Events Among Patients With Schizophrenia Or Bipolar Disorder
On-Demand WebinarApril 3, 2023Individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder are at higher risk for disability, premature mortality, justice system involvement, homelessness,…
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Marc E. Agronin, MD
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Ara S. Khachaturian, Ph.D
Agitation Section Advisor
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