Article Title

Psychosis in Azheimer's Disease

Authors

George M. Strickland M.D., Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI
Thomas F. Ditzler Ph.D., Department of Psychiatry, Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI; Mental Health Programs, Center of Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance, Honolulu, HI

Abstract

Much of the basic science literature on Alzheimer's Disease (AD) reflects ongoing research into pathophysiology and neuropathology. Yet, despite reports of the association between psychotic symptoms and Alzheimer's disease, relatively little is known about why such symptoms develop in certain patients and not in others. Neuroimaging and genetic studies may provide greater understanding of this association and allow clinicians and researchers to prevent, predict and treat the onset of psychotic symptoms in the future. This paper will review the current literature on the topic of psychosis in Alzheimer's disease and focus on current recommendations for interventions by clinicians and caregivers.

Recommended Citation

Strickland, George M. M.D. and Ditzler, Thomas F. Ph.D. (2002) "Psychosis in Azheimer's Disease," Jefferson Journal of Psychiatry: Vol. 17: Iss. 1, Article 4.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.29046/JJP.017.1.003
Available at: https://jdc.jefferson.edu/jeffjpsychiatry/vol17/iss1/4