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Date of Award
Spring 2023
Degree Name
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Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Stephanie Pillai
Abstract
Alzheimer’s disease(AD) is the most common cause of dementia in the US, affecting more than 6 million people. Given the amount of financial burden and time needed for this patient population, the choice of management should be carefully considered. Current treatment options includes physical activity, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and NMDA antagonists, and cognitive therapy or rehabilitation. Physical activity has been shown to be the most effective in improving overall cognitive function, while most studies show that pharmacotherapy and cognitive therapy are limited or have very little effect.
Recommended Citation
An, Joseph, "Alzheimer's diagnosis and treatment: Considerations in cognitive therapy, pharmacotherapy, and physical activity" (2023). Capstone Showcase. 18.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2023/pa/18
Alzheimer's diagnosis and treatment: Considerations in cognitive therapy, pharmacotherapy, and physical activity
Alzheimer’s disease(AD) is the most common cause of dementia in the US, affecting more than 6 million people. Given the amount of financial burden and time needed for this patient population, the choice of management should be carefully considered. Current treatment options includes physical activity, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and NMDA antagonists, and cognitive therapy or rehabilitation. Physical activity has been shown to be the most effective in improving overall cognitive function, while most studies show that pharmacotherapy and cognitive therapy are limited or have very little effect.