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Behavioral symptoms in dementia: an update

L B Taft1, D Cronin-Stubbs

  • 1Rush University College of Nursing, USA.

Research in Nursing & Health
|April 1, 1995
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This review of dementia behavioral symptoms research found inconsistent results regarding demographic and functional correlates. More research is needed to understand behavioral symptoms in dementia care.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Behavioral symptoms are common in dementia.
  • Understanding correlates of these symptoms is crucial for care.
  • Previous research has yielded mixed findings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize research on correlates of behavioral symptoms in dementia.
  • To identify research gaps and methodological limitations.
  • To inform evidence-based practices in dementia care.

Main Methods:

  • Descriptive literature review.
  • Searched community and institutional settings for studies published 1986-1993.
  • Critically appraised and synthesized 40 studies.

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Main Results:

  • Theoretical and methodological limitations were identified in the reviewed studies.
  • Direct relationships found between behavioral symptoms and cognitive impairment/contextual factors.
  • Contradictory findings emerged regarding demographic and functional correlates.

Conclusions:

  • Conclusions on behavioral symptom correlates are limited by study quality.
  • Further research is needed to clarify relationships, especially with demographic/functional variables.
  • Development of alternatives to physical and chemical restraints is recommended for dementia care.