A Systematic Review of the Association between Amyloid- β and τ Pathology with Functional Connectivity Alterations in the Alzheimer Dementia Spectrum Utilizing PET Scan and rsfMRI
In conclusion, our study indicates that transneuronal spreading of τ and the amyloid hypothesis can justify higher FC related to higher protein dep ositions when global connectivity analysis is applied. However, the discrepancies observed when investigating the brain locally could be due to the varying manifestations of the amyloid and τ overload compensatory mechanisms in the brain at different stages of the disease with hyper- and hypoconnec tivity cycles that can occur repeatedly. Nevertheless, further studies investigating both amyloid and τ deposition simultaneously while considering the stage of Alzheimer dementia...
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - May 6, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Symptoms and Well-Being in Older Hospitalized Patients with Cognitive Impairment, As Self-Reported and Reported in Patient Records: A Quantitative Exploratory Subgroup Analysis
Conclusion: To our knowledge, this hypothesis-generating study is one of few studies that describe both symptoms and well-being as self-reported and reported in patient records, in vulnerable patients due to old age, cognitive impairment, and hospitalization. Despite the limited sample size, the results indicate that symptoms were more insufficient alleviated in these patients compared to patients with normal cognitive function in other studies. To our knowledge, this has not been shown previously. Additionally, patients ’ own experiences were sparsely reported in their records. A larger sample size and longitudinal desi...
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - May 5, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Etiology of Dementia in Thai Patients
Conclusion: AD was the most common cause of dementia in Thai patients and the distribution of other types of dementia and main presenting symptoms were similar to previous reports in Western patients; however, the proportion of YOD was higher.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:64 –70 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - April 15, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

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Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - April 15, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Risk Factors for Falls in Patients with Alzheimer Disease: A Retrospective Study of Balance, Cognition, and Visuospatial Ability
Conclusions: The findings of this study indicate that balance and visuospatial abilities are risks factors for falls in AD patients. In contrast, cognitive impairment was not a risk factor for falls. It was demonstrated that the FRT could be an appropriate risk predictor for falls in AD patients. In particular, falls in AD patients were strongly affected by a reduced dynamic balance.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:58 –63 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - March 22, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Psychometric Properties of the Persian Montreal Cognitive Assessment in Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer Disease
Discussion: The results of this study show that the Persian version of the MoCA is a reliable screening tool for detection of MCI and early stage AD. The MoCA is more sensitive than the MMSE in screening for cognitive impairment, proving it to be superior to MMSE in detecting MCI and mild AD.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:51 –57 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - March 19, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Self-Reported Cognitive Decline Based on the Ascertain Dementia 8 Questionnaire May Be Effective for Detecting Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia in the Community: The Wakuya Project
Conclusion: It is suggested that the self-reported AD8-J was effective in detecting MCI and dementia. We could use it for detecting MCI and dementia, including in those living alone, in the primary health checkup.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:45 –50 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 18, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

The Forgotten Psychopathology of Depressed Long-Term Care Facility Residents: A Call for Evidence-Based Practice
Conclusion: Depression ’s relationships with other health complications have been poorly studied in long-term care facilities and nursing homes. More research is needed to understand them better.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:38 –44 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 18, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Nursing Staff ’s Knowledge and Attitudes towards Dementia in an Indian Nursing Home: A Qualitative Interview Study
Conclusion: The findings revealed a wide range of differences in attitude towards and inadequate knowledge of dementia among nursing staff. However, their overall attitudes toward people with dementia was positive.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:29 –37 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 18, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

COVID-19 Has Made the Elderly Lonelier
Loneliness is a major risk factor for the elderly and can double their problems. When COVID-19 started, things became more difficult for the elderly. The news that the elderly are at a higher risk for severe COVID-19 than others made the elderly lonelier. This is a library type study that was conducted over 2 months using valid scientific sources and books. Based on the findings of this study, we believe that focusing on education and reminding people of the necessary dos and don ’ts of illness, modifying their diet, emphasizing masking, and even familiarizing the elderly with social media and virtual activities will pre...
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 16, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Cerebrospinal Fluid Hypocretin and Nightmares in Dementia Syndromes
Conclusion: Hypocretin levels did not distinguish between dementia syndromes. Disturbing dreams in dementia patients may be related to lower hypocretin concentrations in CSF.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:19 –25 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 16, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Commentary on Pain Behaviors in Dementia: Letter to the Editor with Reference to the Article by Morrison et al. (2020)
Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:16 –18 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 16, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Application of the 18-Item Dementia Elderly Odayaka Scale in Japan: Evaluation before and after Intervention
Conclusion: The changes in the scores over time and the contents of the field notes were consistent with each other, suggesting that the DEOS can be used both to evaluate the effects of interventions and to plan care that takes advantage of each participant ’s positive aspects.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:10 –15 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 3, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Person-Centred Care Transformation in a Nursing Home for Residents with Dementia
Conclusions: Post-PCC implementation, the outcomes indicate a superior quality of care, enhanced resident well-being, and better staff retention. The AHL PCC model could serve as a roadmap for other nursing homes aspiring to raise the quality of care and influence long-term care standards and regulations for policy makers and legislators.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2021;11:1 –9 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - February 2, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Underestimation of Cognitive Impairment in Older Inpatients by the Abbreviated Mental Test Score versus the Montreal Cognitive Assessment: Cross-Sectional Observational Study
Conclusion: The AMTS is highly specific but relatively insensitive for cognitive impairment: a quarter of those with normal AMTS had moderate/severe impairment on the MoCA with widespread deficits. The AMTS cannot therefore be used as a “rule-out” test, and more detailed cognitive assessment will be required in selected patients.Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord Extra 2020;10:205 –215 (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra)
Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders Extra - December 15, 2020 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research