The majority of research and pharmacotherapy trials have centered on this form of dementia. Risk factors for AD include old age, female gender, and family history. A 1996 study found that from the time of diagnosis of AD, more than half of the individuals reported depressive symptoms two to three years before actual diagnosis. Signs of depression included withdrawal from social activities, lack of communication, and apathy. These include education, estrogen, anti-inflammatory drugs, and nicotine.
Early diagnosis is recommended.
Treatment modalities including pharmacologic and herbal remedies are given. Kane, Robert L., et al. Functional Outcomes of Posthospital Care forStroke and Hip Fracture Patients Under Medicare. A new care environment for post-hospital care appeared after the implementation of a Medicare prospective payment system for hospitals. Hospitals began releasing patients faster and in poor health and these patients needed services to assist with recuperation.