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Management of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms in Dementia

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Handbook on the Neuropsychology of Aging and Dementia

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Behavioral and psychological symptoms are common in dementia, challenging to manage, and a leading cause of nursing home placement, decreased quality of life, and caregiver distress. This chapter provides a seven-step model for tailoring treatment of five common behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD): agitation/irritability/aggression, depression and anxiety, apathy, sleep disturbance, and wandering. A review of nonpharmacological and pharmacological interventions and practical strategies for addressing BPSD in the context of neuropsychology practice are included.

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    Michelle Braun

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    Lisa D. Ravdin

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    Heather L. Katzen

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Braun, M. (2019). Management of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms in Dementia. In: Ravdin, L.D., Katzen, H.L. (eds) Handbook on the Neuropsychology of Aging and Dementia. Clinical Handbooks in Neuropsychology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-93497-6_23

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