Drug Treatment in Dementia

by Roy Jones

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 co-existing diseases. Chapters devoted to measuring the effects and cost-effectiveness of anti-dementia drugs are included.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0632054921
• ISBN13: 9780632054923
• Release Date: July 2000
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 144 Pages