The objective of this work is to define a measurement protocol to compute and distinguish abnormal from normal behavior of older people with early to middle stage dementia living alone at home using ...

Key messages It is uncertain whether older, first-generation or ‘typical’ antipsychotic medicines such as haloperidol have an effect on agitated behaviour (for example, restlessness and aggression); ...

Music is a recommended intervention for people living with dementia as it can improve behaviour and levels of happiness. The automatic association of facial action units and in turn facial emotion ...

Withdrawal of artificially delivered nutrition and hydration (ANH) from patients in a permanent vegetative state (PVS) requires judicial approval in England and Wales, even when families and ...

In Your Area Lanarkshire Live Lanarkshire New dementia-friendly garden blooms for NHS Lanarkshire The project is part of the health board's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions.

Dementia can affect a person’s personality and habits, which may lead to changes in behaviour. For example, they may no longer be able to do things they enjoy or follow their interests without help, ...

Researchers found that the active ingredient in Ozempic may lower the risk of dementia in people with type 2 diabetes.

Cat behaviourist shares 'vital' health reason pets need scratching posts A cat behaviour specialist has said there's an important reason you should buy a scratching post for your cat - but it's ...

A cat behaviour expert has said there's a vital reason your pet needs a scratching post, and it's not for the reason most people think ...

Home Health the explainer Why people can't access dementia 'wonder' drugs New immunotherapy drugs offer some hope in the fight against Alzheimer's disease but they're too pricey for the NHS ...

A simple blood test can predict cognitive decline in dementia patients, shows new research. Insulin resistance detected by the test can flag people with early Alzheimer’s disease who are four times ...