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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.

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A Conversation With An Expert In Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia, A Person With Lived Experience, & A Care Partner

A Conversation With An Expert In Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia, A Person With Lived Experience, & A Care Partner

Alzheimer’s dementia is highly prevalent, under-diagnosed, and predicted to increase significantly in the coming decades due to an aging population. Unfortunately, a large proportion of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) also experience neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as agitation, depression, apathy, and hallucinations. In this webinar, our panelist will be reviewing the…
Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia: Mechanism Of Disease

Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia: Mechanism Of Disease

Research has shown that in patients with Alzheimer’s dementia, agitation is associated with tau pathology and neurodegeneration in the prefrontal cortex and amygdala regions of the brain.
Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia: Mechanism Of Disease

Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia: Mechanism Of Disease

Research has shown that in patients with Alzheimer’s dementia, agitation is associated with tau pathology and neurodegeneration in the prefrontal cortex and amygdala regions of the brain.
Diagnosing & Assessing Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia

Diagnosing & Assessing Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia

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Estimated Value Of Family Caregiver Services Totaled $600 Billion In 2021

Estimated Value Of Family Caregiver Services Totaled $600 Billion In 2021

In 2021, the estimated economic value of family caregivers’ unpaid contributions was approximately $600 billion in the U.S. This figure is based on about 38 million caregivers providing an average of 18 hours of care per week for a total of 36 billion hours of care, at an average value…
Working With People In Crisis For First Responders

Working With People In Crisis For First Responders

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