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Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Cognitive Impairment and Dementia: A Brief Introductory Overview
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Punto di Riferimento
per Medici e Operatori Sanitari
per Medici e Operatori Sanitari
LIBRERIA STUDIUM
Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
Verdelho, Gonçalves-Pereira
Editore
Springer
Anno
2017
Pagine
371
ISBN
9783319391366
170,00 €
DA SCONTARE
This book is an up-to-date, comprehensive review of the neuropsychiatry of different types of cognitive impairment by active authorities in the field. There is an emphasis on diagnostic and management issues. Cognitive impairment both with and without criteria for dementia is covered. A critical appraisal of the methodological aspects and limitations of the current research on the neuropsychiatry of cognitive impairment and dementia is included. Unanswered questions and controversies are addressed. Non-pharmacological and pharmacological aspects of management are discussed, to provide robust information on drug dosages, side effects and interaction, in order to enable the reader to manage these patients more safely. Illustrative cases provide real life scenarios that are clinically relevant and engaging to read.
Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Cognitive Impairment and Dementia is aimed at neurologists, psychiatrists, gerontologists, and general physicians. It will also be of interest to intensive care doctors, psychologists and neuropsychologists, research and specialist nurses, clinical researchers and methodologists.
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The Difficult Distinction Between Affective Disorders and Mild Cognitive Deterioration
Pages 11-26
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Behavior Symptoms in Primary Progressive Aphasia Variants
Pages 27-43
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The Ability to Drive in Mild Cognitive Impairment
Pages 45-69
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Global Hypoactivity and Apathy
Pages 71-91
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Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Reversible Dementias
Pages 93-139
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Delirium and Dementia in Older People: A Complex Link
Pages 143-179
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Depression and Anxiety in Dementia Subjects
Pages 181-198
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Aggression, Agitation, Hyperactivity, and Irritability
Pages 199-236
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Psychosis in Dementia
Pages 237-249
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Inappropriate Sexual Behaviors in Dementia
Pages 251-262
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Insomnia in Dementia: A Practical Approach
Pages 263-277
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Frontotemporal Dementia
Pages 279-302
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Cognitive and Psychological Interventions in Neurocognitive Disorders
Pages 305-329
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Family Issues in Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia: Unraveling Circular Pathways?
Pages 331-348
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Toward a Family-Sensitive Practice in Dementia
Pages 349-368
