Good communication is an essential building block for the quality of life of people with dementia and their relatives and caregivers. Since scientific literature is often difficult to access, many people seeking advice research practical tips for everyday life on the internet. But how well-founded are these online guidelines really? A recent study from Great Britain examined 39...
Communication difficulties are among the most burdensome situations in dementia. As conversations become more difficult and mutual understanding declines, those affected often experience increased frustration and social isolation. But it's not just those with the illness who suffer: a current review highlights that communication barriers are a cause of stress and burnout for caregivers. Support...
In modern dementia care, personalized care is a crucial factor for quality of life. This brings one question to the forefront: How can healthcare professionals recognize and meet the individual needs of those affected as verbal communication becomes more difficult? A current systematic review from London provides answers to this. The research team analyzed 33 studies…
The medical care of people with Alzheimer's dementia (AD) is undergoing a fundamental paradigm shift. As deposits in the brain associated with the development of the disease can be detected decades before the first symptoms, early stages of the disease and personalized medicine are increasingly coming into focus. This change presents professionals, particularly in...
The communication of a dementia diagnosis or mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a significant moment that fundamentally changes the lives of those affected and their families and loved ones. To provide professionals with evidence-based strategies for this sensitive task, a research team from the University of Pennsylvania has conducted 23 studies on the topic…
The decision by the Joint Federal Committee (G-BA) of February 19, 2026, to classify the additional benefit of Lecanemab as ‚not proven‘ confirms the skepticism of the digiDEM project management regarding the clinical relevance of this therapy. While the only study available so far on Lecanemab shows a statistically significant difference between the drug and a placebo at the end of the study...
The first generation of digital technology users is now reaching an age where the risk of dementia increases. But how has long-term technology use affected their cognitive abilities? Has it been a training for the brain, or has it rather harmed it? Researchers from the USA (Texas)...
Communal singing brings joy, orientation, and social connection to people with dementia – a recent review shows how singing programs can be designed to be particularly effective. Singing connects people – and this is especially true for those whose memory is gradually fading. A recent review examined 23 studies worldwide to find out...
Life expectancy is increasing – and with it, the number of people developing age-related illnesses and requiring care. At the same time, there are fewer people who can provide informal care for this growing need: meaning fewer family members and dependents who can look after their loved ones. What might future care look like under these circumstances? …
Sexually inappropriate behaviors are among the most challenging accompanying symptoms of dementia, yet they are often experienced as a taboo topic in everyday care. A recent international review has now systematically investigated how caregivers experience these situations and what effects they have on daily life, relationships, and care. Sexually inappropriate behaviors in dementia include, among others...
