| Literature DB >> 21170777 |
Kimberly P McClive-Reed1, Zvi D Gellis.
Abstract
Anxiety disorders and related symptoms commonly occur in older people with cognitive impairment or dementia, significantly worsening functioning and reducing quality of life. This review of the literature outlines the extent of the problem, and focuses on current best practices in psychosocial interventions anxiety in persons with dementia. Discussion follows on promising nonpharmacological interventions that are recommended for further consideration and future research.Entities:
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Year: 2011 PMID: 21170777 DOI: 10.1080/01634372.2010.524284
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Gerontol Soc Work ISSN: 0163-4372