Drug Treatment in Dementia
This timely book reviews the current status of drug treatments in dementia, both in practice and in research. It commences with a brief overview of the dementia syndrome and provides guidance in making a diagnosis. It then focuses on treatment of the cognitive function, psychological and behavioural symptoms and coexisting diseases. Chapters devoted to measuring the effects and costeffectiveness of antidementia drugs are included.
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This timely book reviews the current status of drug treatments in dementia, both in practice and in research. It commences with a brief overview of the dementia syndrome and provides guidance in making a diagnosis. It then focuses on treatment of the cognitive function, psychological and behavioural symptoms and coexisting diseases. Chapters devoted to measuring the effects and costeffectiveness of antidementia drugs are included.
