Teams of scientists warn in two recently published medical research papers that marijuana leaves people vulnerable to developing dementia and likely contributes to psychosis. On April 14, the American ...

A new systematic review included 37 studies that were focused on exploring the neuropathology of the hyperactive and psychotic symptoms of dementia. Symptoms of dementia were found to overlap with ...

Geriatrics and Aging. 2007;10(4):241-245. Use of community resources may prolong care of individuals with dementia at home. The Alzheimer's Association can provide information and support. Day care ...

Americans over 55 face a 42% lifetime risk of dementia, a recent study found, with new cases expected to reach 1 million per year by 2060 without significant intervention.

A drug that curbs delusions in Parkinson's patients did the same for people with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. That's the result of a study in which the benefit was so clear, the trial was ...

SaveHealth reports on advancements in dementia medications, highlighting new treatments that modify disease progression and ...

Antipsychotic drugs are commonly prescribed off-label to older adults for several disorders, particularly behavioral disturbances and psychosis associated with dementia. A new study [1] conducted at ...

Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature are forward-looking statements. These statements include but are not limited to statements regarding the timing of future ...

—A long-term study, which followed patients for 25 years, found that individuals with schizophrenia and other psychoses were at higher risk of mild-to-moderate and severe impairment relative to adults ...

Despite positive signs in reducing overuse of psychotropic medication in aged care, some areas still need urgent attention ...

Dr. Valeria Serban is a board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience, offering telepsychiatry across New York. She specializes in geriatric psychiatry and dementia care, providing ...