Research Summary
Research Summary
04/15/2024

Anthony Calabro, MA

Anthony Calabro, MA
Researchers set out to determine whether microglial activation, which can trigger neuroinflammation, is associated with neuropsychiatric symptoms that often accompany Alzheimer-associated dementias,...
04/15/2024
FDA Alert
FDA Alert
05/15/2023

Jessica Ganga

Jessica Ganga
Following two 12-week studies, the FDA has approved the first ever medication for treating agitation in patients with dementia due to Alzheimer disease.
05/15/2023
Practical Updates in Primary Care
clay jackson
Practical Updates in Primary Care
11/17/2022
Agitation in Alzheimer dementia is associated with significant patient burden and long-term adverse effects.
11/17/2022
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/21/2018
Findings from 2 trials that compared various doses of the atypical antipsychotic brexpiprazole with placebo have indicated that the drug may have additional benefits for patients with agitation due to...
03/21/2018
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/08/2018
Researchers recently compared the effects of treatment with an atypical antipsychotic vs placebo for various periods of time among patients with Alzheimer disease psychosis.
03/08/2018
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/14/2017
The patient, caregiver, and treatment team should be well-aligned on their goals and expectations for Alzheimer treatment.
03/14/2017
Technology
Technology
01/10/2017
A recent study examined the utility, feasibility, and safety of tablets as a tool for managing agitation in patients with dementia.
01/10/2017
Research Summary
Research Summary
10/01/2015
Miranda Manier, BA
A study investigated the neural mechanisms behind aggressive behaviors in patients with Alzheimer disease and amnestic mild cognitive impairment, revealing distinct associations between brain activity and...
10/01/2015
Research Summary
Research Summary
09/27/2015
Miranda Manier, BA
A study on mild cognitive impairment found that depression and agitation are linked to regional brain atrophy and faster cognitive decline, suggesting these symptoms may indicate a higher risk for...
09/27/2015
Research Summary
Research Summary
09/27/2015
Miranda Manier, BA
A cluster-randomized controlled trial examined the impact of personalized music on reducing agitation in nursing home residents with dementia, revealing significant reductions in verbally agitated behaviors...
09/27/2015