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Sundowning is often a symptom that happens after someone is diagnosed with dementia or a dementia-related disease, but it can also be an early sign of mental decline itself. “There are changes ...
People may wish to take naps during the day, but unintentionally getting too much sleep will affect nighttime sleep. Physical activity is a treatment for Alzheimer's and a way to encourage night sleep. [5] Caffeine is a (fast-working) brain stimulant, but should be limited at night if a night's sleep is needed. [4] [5] [10]
Wandering occurs when a person with dementia roams around and becomes lost or confused about their location. It is a common behavior that can cause great risk for the person, and is often the major priority (and concern) for caregivers. It is estimated to be the most common form of disruption from people with dementia within institutions. [1]
This isn’t the first time that better sleep has been linked with a lower risk of dementia: A study published in October even found that people with sleep apnea are more likely to develop dementia.
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Simulated presence therapy (SPT) is an emotion-oriented non-pharmacological intervention for people with dementia developed by P. Woods and J. Ashley in 1995. SPT was created as part of a study conducted in a nursing home where 17 individuals with the disease listened to a recording of a caregiver over a stereo. [1]
A new study published in Scientific Reports suggests that your job, income, and education can all affect your risk of getting dementia. Here's what to know.
Sundowning (dementia) → Sundowning – the medical term should have the primary title, especially given that the album that currently has the title is a reference to the medical term. nicholus.h 13:25, 26 August 2012 (UTC) Sounds reasonable. I'd support that. Casliber (talk · contribs) 20:22, 26 August 2012 (UTC)