TREATING BEHAVIORAL SYMPTOMS OF DEMENTIA IN ASSISTED LIVING
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Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
Although tremendous strides with regard to identification and treatment of BPSD have been made over the last several decades, much work remains. Presently, BPSD research opportunities are at their greatest. The increasing worldwide social and economic impact of BPSD, however, requires that researchers, clinicians, and scientists develop a global network focused on collaboration and innovation. ...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Innovation in Aging
سال: 2017
ISSN: 2399-5300
DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igx004.1037