Systematic Reviews of Treatments for Dementia

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Created December 2007

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Title:   Dementia and sundowning
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Some people with dementia are particularly confused or restless in the afternoons and evenings. This is often called sundowning'. There are some practical things carers can do to manage sundowning.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Media release. Dementia Awareness Week - three new resources including one for younger onset dementia
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   The Minister for Ageing, Mrs Justine Elliot launched three new $600,000 dementia training resources - as part of Dementia Awareness Week - including one to assist in supporting the care of those with younger onset dementia on 18 September 2008.
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Dementia - frontotemporal dementia with Parkinsonism -17
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Frontotemporal dementia with Parkinsonism-17 (FTDP-17) is a rare type of progressively worsening dementia that targets the frontal and temporal regions of the brain. It is usually caused by a genetic alteration (mutation). Symptoms may include personality changes with loss of social skills, diminished cognitive capacity and Parkinsonism.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   The oral health of older adults with dementia
Publisher:   Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Description:   This publication reports on an investigation of the oral health status of community-dwelling older dentate adults in Adelaide, South Australia with and without dementia. Older adults with dementia had higher levels of dental disease and their oral health deteriorated faster over a one-year follow-up period compared to those without dementia.
Date:   Jan 2005
Title:   Dementia and memory loss
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   There is a difference between memory loss as a normal part of ageing and as a symptom of dementia. Memory changes associated with dementia are persistent and progressive. There are some things you can do to help keep your memory sharp.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Dementia - different types
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia is the term used to describe the symptoms of a large group of illnesses that cause a progressive decline in a person's functioning. There are different forms of dementia and each has its own causes. Symptoms include loss of memory, intellect, rationality, social skills and normal emotional reactions.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   Dementia - risk reduction
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia cannot yet be prevented or 'cured' but the choices you make in midlife will help keep your brain healthy as you age. Studies of large groups of people show that those who adopt a 'brain-healthy' lifestyle have a reduced risk of dementia in later life.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Dementia - tips for young people
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia can be difficult to understand, especially for young people. It will help if dementia can be explained clearly and simply, so that the causes and issues involved may be better understood by young people.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Dementia - safety issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia includes symptoms like confusion, memory loss and disorientation. These factors, combined with limited mobility and coordination, can affect a person's safety. Family, friends and health professionals can help a person with dementia feel and be as secure as possible.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   People with dementia
Publisher:   CareSearch
Description:   Dementia is a progressive condition, causing deterioration in people's abilities. Patients in the later stages of dementia may become seriously ill. They may no longer be able to communicate their wishes. If they did not make any advance plans, a family member may be asked about different treatment options.
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Dementia types
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Dementia is not a disease in itself but rather a group of symptoms which accompany certain diseases. Find out which diseases have dementia as a symptom.
Date:   Mar 2001
Title:   What is dementia?
Publisher:   Alzheimer's Australia
Description:   This help sheet explains what dementia is, who gets it and some of its more common forms. It describes some of the early signs of dementia, and points out the importance of an early medical diagnosis.
Date:   Jul 2005
Title:   The impact of dementia on the health and aged care systems
Publisher:   Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Description:   This report examines the prevalence of dementia in the Australian population, the current patterns of service use by people with dementia and the costs associated with this use.
Date:   Jun 2004
Title:   Dementia - tips for parents and grandparents
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Young people in the family may be affected when a loved one has dementia. Parents and grandparents may need help to answer some of their questions.
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Dementia - through all its stages
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The progress of dementia, from the early stages to the final severe form of the disease, varies from person to person. What is certain is that a person's abilities will deteriorate - sometimes rapidly, over a few months; in other cases, more slowly, over a number of years.
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Dementia explained
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia is a progressive deterioration in a person's functioning. The most common cause is Alzheimer's disease but there are other causes. Common early symptoms include memory loss, confusion, personality changes, apathy and withdrawal.
Date:   Jan 2007
Title:   Dementia - hallucinations and false ideas
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Hallucinations and false ideas, such as paranoia and delusions, can be very distressing symptoms of dementia. Understanding some of the causes may help carers deal with these symptoms.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Dementia - diagnosis and early signs
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   There are many early warning signs of dementia, although symptoms can vary greatly from person to person. Identifying symptoms will assist early diagnosis.
Date:   Jun 2008
Title:   Normal older adult forgetfulness versus dementia
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Forgetting things does not necessarily mean dementia.
Date:   Apr 2001
Title:   Alzheimer's and dementia - Q & A
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   This fact sheet lists a range of questions and answers on Alzheimer's and dementia. These questions were posted by visitors to the Better Health Channel and answered by a panel of experts, which includes general practitioners, nutritionists, physical activity professionals and other health and medical specialists.
Date:   Feb 2007
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