Agitation can be one of the most troubling symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. You’ve probably tried everything you could think of to bring calm to your loved one. Keep in mind the behavior is ...

A study published in Nature Mental Health uncovers a surprising connection, revealing that feelings of loneliness can ...

Axsome Therapeutics said on Monday its experimental treatment for the Alzheimer's disease-related agitation met the main goal of a late-stage trial.

A new study has demonstrated for the first time how and why music can reduce distress and agitation for people with advanced dementia. There are an estimated 1 million people living with dementia ...

A new study has demonstrated for the first time how and why music can reduce distress and agitation for people with advanced dementia. The study involved interviews with staff and music therapists ...

This University of Waterloo study shows how antipsychotic medications significantly worsened behavior in nursing home residents.

Doll therapy for Alzheimer’s is a non-pharmacological approach that uses lifelike dolls to comfort people with dementia, reduce anxiety, and evoke positive emotions. Alzheimer’s disease and ...