Behavioral Symptoms in Dementia, Part 2: Managing Symptoms
01/26/24 • 39 min
Join Anna Chodos, MD, MPH and Michelle Panlilio, DNP, GNP-BC, as they delve into the complexities of managing some of the most common behavioral symptoms of dementia in the primary care setting: “agitation”, challenges with bathing, and sexual disinhibition. In this episode, they offer practical strategies and tools for providers and care partners, shedding light on navigating these sensitive and often overlooked aspects of behavioral symptom management. Learn best practices for creating a safe environment both for the person with dementia and the caregiver while effectively addressing some of the most challenging dementia symptoms.
Anna Chodos, MD, MPH, Executive Director of Dementia Care Aware
Michelle Panlilio, DNP, GNP-BC, National Lead Dementia Care Specialist at UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program
For VIDEO resources on behavioral management, check out Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Videos User Guide
Free CE/CME credits will be available only for podcasts released on or after January 2025.
Join Anna Chodos, MD, MPH and Michelle Panlilio, DNP, GNP-BC, as they delve into the complexities of managing some of the most common behavioral symptoms of dementia in the primary care setting: “agitation”, challenges with bathing, and sexual disinhibition. In this episode, they offer practical strategies and tools for providers and care partners, shedding light on navigating these sensitive and often overlooked aspects of behavioral symptom management. Learn best practices for creating a safe environment both for the person with dementia and the caregiver while effectively addressing some of the most challenging dementia symptoms.
Anna Chodos, MD, MPH, Executive Director of Dementia Care Aware
Michelle Panlilio, DNP, GNP-BC, National Lead Dementia Care Specialist at UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program
For VIDEO resources on behavioral management, check out Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Videos User Guide
Free CE/CME credits will be available only for podcasts released on or after January 2025.
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Behavioral Symptoms in Dementia: Assessment and Initial Care Plan
In this episode of Dementia Care on Air series, Anna Chodos, MD, MPH, Executive Director of Dementia Care Aware and Michelle Panlilio, DNP, GNP-BC, National Lead Dementia Care Specialist at UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program, talk about assessing behavioral symptoms of dementia.
Join us as we discuss how healthcare professionals and caregivers can identify, understand, and interpret the behavioral changes associated with dementia. Gain valuable insights, practical tips, and expert advice to help you provide compassionate care and support for individuals living with dementia.
Click here to watch the recording of a webinar on assessing behavioral symptoms on our YouTube channel.
Free CE/CME credits will be available only for podcasts released on or after January 2025.
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Anna Chodos, MD, MPH, Executive Director of Dementia Care Aware
Serggio Lanata, MD, MS, Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology at the University of California, San Francisco, and Director of the UCSF Memory and Aging Center Community Outreach Program
Free CE/CME credits will be available only for podcasts released on or after January 2025.
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