SPOTLIGHT -
July 2nd 2024
Kisunla (donanemab-azbt) is now approved by the FDA for adults with early symptomatic Alzheimer disease.
June 17th 2024
Review the multiple uses of metformin.
June 15th 2024
Here are highlights from the week in Psychiatric Times.
June 10th 2024
The FDA Advisory Committee recommended donanemab, which could lead to its approval later this year.
May 18th 2024
Impact of Racial Differences in Alzheimer Biomarkers
What underlies the higher prevalence of Alzheimer disease among older African Americans?
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Harbingers of Dementia-or Not?
Hypertension, loss of sense of smell, personality changes: which can predict dementia?
Women Face Greater Challenges With Alzheimer Disease Than Men
A look at sex differences in the neuropsychological deficits of Alzheimer disease.
Deep Brain Stimulation for Memory Deficits
Here: a review of the neurobiology and circuitry behind memory as well as current studies involving neuromodulation for memory disorders.
3 Novel Technologies for Geriatric Psychiatry
New tools for the armamentarium: a patient self-management app, a retinal imaging system, and a computer program for Alzheimer diagnosis.
Good Vibes About Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease
Blood-based vibrational spectroscopy shows promise as a screening tool for dementia.
Is Successful Aging Possible in the Face of Dementia?
Persons with dementia can still retain the capacity to experience humor, joy, and mutual interactions. Therein lie the seeds of a new perspective on aging.
3 Common Psychiatric Disorders in Older Adults: New Insights
Are you up-to-date on the latest findings in mild cognitive impairment, dementia, and depression in elderly patients?
Crazy Work Hours Do Not Drive Dementia
A look at the impact of shift work and long hours on cognitive function.
Curb Your Enthusiasm for ACE Inhibitors in Alzheimer Disease
Recent findings challenge the notion that these agents can provide sustained protection against cognitive decline.
Cognitive Enhancement-With Yoga
In this pilot study, older adults who practiced yoga did better on measures of verbal and visual memory and executive function than those in memory training classes.
Early Warnings of Dementia and Depression
Among the clues revealed in 3 recent studies: brain amyloid, saliva biomarkers, and microvascular dysfunction.
Updated Key to the Diagnosis of Dementia
Alzheimer disease-or dementia with Lewy bodies? Recently revised consensus criteria can help you solve this diagnostic dilemma.
Key to Prevention of Cognitive Decline in Hypertensive Patients
Although high blood pressure may put patients at risk for dementia, a class of antihypertensives appears to have a preventive effect.
Alzheimer Prevention: The Skinny on Genes and Fats
The genetics of dementia, dyslipidemia, and diabetes may hold the key to preventive therapy.
Geriatric Psychiatry Research Update: April 2017
Three recent studies on dementia show antioxidants lack preventive effects, autoimmune disease hospitalization is a risk factor, and cognitive stimulation has modest benefits.
A Weapon Against Dementia in Your Coffeepot
The caffeine in your morning cup of java could pack a neuroprotective punch.
Geriatric Psychiatry Research Update: March 2017
Insights from 3 recent studies on the benefits of mental stimulation for mild cognitive impairment, effect of brain stimulation on memory, and risk of dementia in men with sleep apnea.
Aerobic Exercise for the Older Brain
Can cardiovascular fitness help older adults ward off dementia?
Can a Probiotic a Day Keep Cognitive Deficits at Bay?
New research shows it’s not “all in your head”-it’s also in your gut.
Geriatric Psychiatry Research Update
Highlights of 3 recent studies that focus on psychiatric disorders in older adults.
PET Shines Light on Early-Stage Alzheimer Disease
The goal of clinically relevant detection of neuropathological hallmarks may be in sight.
7 Components of Depression Evaluation
The co-occurrence of depression and cognitive impairment doubles every 5 years after the age of 70. Here we present a list of elements in a comprehensive and extended evaluation of depression in the elderly.
Medical Marijuana and Dementia-Associated Agitation: Stirring the Pot
“Doctor, will you prescribe medical marijuana for my mother? I think it might help her agitation better than the medication you gave her last visit.”
Do Patients Want to Know Whether Alzheimer Disease Awaits Them?
Older adults seem willing to take a hypothetical predictive test-and plan accordingly.
Geriatric Psychiatry Research Update: January 2017
Three new studies offer insights into psychiatric disorders in the elderly.
Eight Ways to Improve Cognition in Bipolar Disorder
For up to 60% of patients with bipolar disorder, simply treating their mood symptoms is not enough to help them return to a full life.
Research Findings That Can Change Clinical Practice: Part 1
Can't keep up with the literature? Here's some help.
New Treatment Guidelines for Antipsychotic Use in Dementia
When agitation and psychosis symptoms are severe, is an antipsychotic medication an option? Not always.
Is the Incidence of Dementia Declining?
The latest research on the global risk of Alzheimer disease and other dementias.