Neurologic clinics
-
Review
Neurobehavioral and neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer's disease: characteristics and treatment.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms are common in Alzheimer's disease. Personality changes, mood disturbance, and psychosis are frequently seen and may coexist in the same patient. ⋯ These symptoms are associated with a more rapid cognitive and functional decline that can lead to institutionalization. Cholinergic therapy, disease-modifying therapy, and psychotropic medications can improve these symptoms.