Combative and agitated behavior in people with dementia is not rare. Managing this behavior is difficult. Research is limited but cannabis may be of help. We need more research to inform us. Anti ...

Use the ABC approach and make a plan to tackle difficult behaviors in dementia.

Bursack: Managing late-day agitation, confusion and anxiety in dementia Though it can be challenging, there are some things to do to help mitigate the situation.

New research reveals a gap in training and resources for managing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) in hospice settings, impacting both patient well-being and caregiver burden.

A new website aims to give more support to people caring for older adults who are living with dementia.

“Often more than memory loss, behavioral symptoms of dementia are among the most difficult aspects of caring for people with dementia.

Improving Behavior Management Interventions for Nursing Home Residents with Dementia —Managing agitation in nursing home patients with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias could be ...

Validation therapy goes into the world that the dementia patient lives in, and by entering their reality, we can calm their agitation (sometimes only temporarily) and diminish aggressive behaviors.

Israel has approved cannabis for general use with elders, finding that it is safe and effective. It can help with Alzheimer’s-related difficult behaviors.