Journal article
Aspects of communication in Alzheimer's disease: Clinical features and treatment options
M Woodward
International Psychogeriatrics | CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS | Published : 2013
Abstract
Background: During the course of Alzheimer's disease (AD), cognitive processes, including language and communication, become increasingly impaired. The aim of this review was to highlight the impact of communication deficits in AD, and discuss the need for effective treatments. Method: PubMed was searched for studies relating to language and communication in AD. The publications identified were used as a basis for the commentary in this paper. Studies relating to the clinical effectiveness of pharmacological treatment for language and communication issues were identified systematically. Results: Communication deficits are common in AD. From the earliest disease stage, the patient's capacity ..
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Funding Acknowledgements
Michael Woodward has received speaker honoraria and payment for Advisory Board activities from H. Lundbeck A/S, Novartis, Pfizer, Nutricia, and Johnson and Johnson (Janssen Cilag). There are no other conflicts of interest relevant to this paper. The sponsor, H. Lundbeck A/S, provided funding for editorial assistance during the writing of this paper.