Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
As the first to examine cognitive trajectories among older Koreans, this study highlighted heterogeneity of cognitive trajectories in the population that should be considered for developing differential intervention strategies aimed at both promoting healthy brain and delaying/preventing cognitive decline.
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
The CAMCog-Short emerges as a promising tool for a brief, yet sufficiently accurate, screening tool for use in clinical settings. Further prospective studies designed to validate its diagnostic accuracy are needed.
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
It was concluded that a large-scale randomized controlled trial assessing the effectiveness of TNF-αI on humans is warranted.
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
In older adults, the experience of status loss is associated with contemplated and attempted suicide even after accounting for objective indicators of social status and psychopathology. It is possible that suicidal individuals retrospectively inflate their previous status, making their current standing appear even worse by comparison.
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
Robust evidence is now available to inform clinical decisions and commissioning strategies so as to improve patients' lives whilst making efficient use of available resources. Clinical guidelines for treating moderate/severe Alzheimer's disease, such as those issued by NICE in England and Wales, should be revisited. © 2016 The Authors. Internationa...
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
The absence of an association between cost and needs emphasizes the importance of a more needs-based costing system which could result in clinical and economic advantages. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
There are significant differences in the management of dementia with and without NPS in the emergency room setting. Developing and implementing successful methods to manage NPS in the emergency department and outpatient setting could potentially lead to less emergent psychotropic administration and reduce hospitalizations. Copyright © 2016 John Wil...
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
We were able to address an important need, the under-diagnosis of LBD, by developing toolkits for improving the recognition and diagnosis of the LBD, which were acceptable to clinicians working in routine dementia and Parkinson's disease services. © 2016 The Authors. International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry Published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd....
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
Attentional deficits were the strongest predictor of carer QoL compared with other cognitive predictors. Carers for those with PD dementia reported the poorest QoL. Interventions such as respite or cognitive behavioural therapy to improve mood and self-efficacy in carers may improve carer QoL. © 2016 The Authors. International Journal of Geriatric ...
Published in International journal of geriatric psychiatry
Suicidal ideation without depressive syndromes was common among Korean American older adults. For this group of elders with poor self-rated mental health, future studies should look to improving early detection of suicide risks and developing feasible suicide prevention interventions. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
