Nonpharmacological therapies in Alzheimer's disease: a systematic review of efficacy
J Olazarán, B Reisberg, L Clare, I Cruz… - Dementia and geriatric …, 2010 - karger.com
Abstract Introduction: Nonpharmacological therapies (NPTs) can improve the quality of life
(QoL) of people with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and their carers. The objective of this study …
(QoL) of people with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and their carers. The objective of this study …
The costs of dementia in Europe: an updated review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background and Objective The prevalence of dementia is increasing, while new
opportunities for diagnosing, treating and possibly preventing Alzheimer's disease and other …
opportunities for diagnosing, treating and possibly preventing Alzheimer's disease and other …
Interventions associated with reduced loneliness and social isolation in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Importance Loneliness and social isolation are public health concerns faced by older adults
due to physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that develop with aging. Loneliness …
due to physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that develop with aging. Loneliness …
The economic case for investing in the prevention of mental health conditions in the UK
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The economic case for investing in the prevention of mental health conditions in the UK …
The economic case for investing in the prevention of mental health conditions in the UK …
Systematic review of information and support interventions for caregivers of people with dementia
CA Thompson, K Spilsbury, J Hall, Y Birks, C Barnes… - BMC geriatrics, 2007 - Springer
Background Dementia is an important health and social care problem and is one of the main
causes of disability in later life. The number of families affected by dementia will dramatically …
causes of disability in later life. The number of families affected by dementia will dramatically …
[HTML][HTML] Effectiveness of befriending interventions: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Objective Befriending is an emotional supportive relationship in which one-to-one
companionship is provided on a regular basis by a volunteer. It is commonly and …
companionship is provided on a regular basis by a volunteer. It is commonly and …
Effectiveness of supporting informal caregivers of people with dementia: a systematic review of randomized and non-randomized controlled trials
S Vandepitte, N Van Den Noortgate… - Journal of …, 2016 - content.iospress.com
Background: Dementia is known as a major public health problem affecting both patients
and caregivers, and placing a high financial strain upon society. In community-dwelling …
and caregivers, and placing a high financial strain upon society. In community-dwelling …
Effects of befriending on depressive symptoms and distress: systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundHigh rates of emotional distress and depressive symptoms in the community can
reflect difficult life events and social circumstances. There is a need for appropriate, low-cost …
reflect difficult life events and social circumstances. There is a need for appropriate, low-cost …
[HTML][HTML] EQ-5D as a quality of life measure in people with dementia and their carers: evidence and key issues
N Hounsome, M Orrell, RT Edwards - Value in health, 2011 - Elsevier
OBJECTIVES: This article analyzes published studies on the application of the EQ-5D for the
assessment of quality of life in patients with dementia and their carers. The EQ-5D, a generic …
assessment of quality of life in patients with dementia and their carers. The EQ-5D, a generic …
Dementia care costs and outcomes: a systematic review
Objective We reviewed evidence on the cost‐effectiveness of prevention, care and treatment
strategies in relation to dementia. Methods We performed a systematic review of available …
strategies in relation to dementia. Methods We performed a systematic review of available …