Timely diagnosis of dementia? Family carers' experiences in 5 European countries
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DOI: 10.1002/gps.4997
Abstract: Timely diagnosis of dementia is recommended in national strategies. To what extent is it occurring across Europe, what factors are associated with it, and what is the impact on carers emotions of quality of diagnostic… read more here.
Keywords: timely diagnosis; diagnosis dementia; experiences european; family carers ... See more keywords
Delay in the diagnosis of dementia in urban India: Role of dementia subtype and age at onset
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DOI: 10.1002/gps.5843
Abstract: Early diagnosis of dementia is crucial for timely intervention. However, frequently, there is a substantial delay in diagnosis. Therefore, it is essential to recognise and address the barriers to early diagnosis. These have not been… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis; delay diagnosis; diagnosis dementia; dementia urban ... See more keywords
Challenges in disclosing and receiving a diagnosis of dementia: a systematic review of practice from the perspectives of people with dementia, carers, and healthcare professionals
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DOI: 10.1017/s1041610221000119
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background: Disclosing a diagnosis of dementia is a key process involving people with dementia, carers, and healthcare professionals (HCPs) that can facilitate access to treatment and support. Receiving a diagnosis of dementia may represent… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis; people dementia; receiving diagnosis; diagnosis dementia ... See more keywords
Patient centred diagnosis of dementia: we must listen to patients’ wishes
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DOI: 10.1136/bmj.j5524
Abstract: Berger and colleagues discuss conversations around shared decision making.1 Patient centred diagnosis in old age psychiatry covers not only which investigations to do but also what to conclude from the results. Increased awareness of and… read more here.
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Against the stream: early diagnosis of dementia, is it so desirable?
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DOI: 10.1192/bjb.2018.107
Abstract: Summary The Prime Minister's challenge on dementia called for improved dementia diagnosis rates, based on assumptions of benefit to individuals and those who care for them. Subsequent policies have led to increased target drives for… read more here.
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Short report: A trend analysis of attitudes towards early diagnosis of dementia in Germany
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0272896
Abstract: Background : Early detection of dementia provides numerous benefits for those living with dementia and their relatives and healthcare systems at large. Methods available for early diagnosis have improved significantly over the past years. Therefore,… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis dementia; attitudes towards; dementia; towards early ... See more keywords