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Family Support System for Alzheimer's Behavior Problems

David Roeltgen, MD
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Neurologist, Professor

A neurologist for over 20 years, Dr. Roeltgen's passions include...

David Roeltgen, MD

Friday, February 16, 2007
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What can a family support system do for behavioral disturbances in someone with Alzheimer's disease? Approximately 50 to 80 percent of persons diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease have some type of behavioral or psychiatric condition, such as agitation, psychosis, disinhibition or a combination of the...
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    C.Jayaram
    Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at 01:17 AM
    Caretakers should have enormous patience and should function with missionary zeal. More discussions in the forums are necessary, since this is passed on genetically and is on the increase. awareness camps are necessary.
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