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Dementia A Treatable Syndrome?
Abstract
Patients thought to have dementia deserve a careful evaluation to detect treatable medical conditions or depression, since they may not be demented at all, or these conditions may be superimposed on a dementia. Treatment can include psychotherapy, psychotropic medications focused on specific symptoms, behavioral intervention, and assistance to family members or institutional staff.This content is limited to qualifying members.
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