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View article: Modifiable factors predict symptom progression in dementia over eight years
Modifiable factors predict symptom progression in dementia over eight years Open
Background The aim of the present study was to investigate the association between modifiable factors and symptom progression in people with dementia over a period of up to eight years. Method We used data from a German cohort of community…
View article: Associations Between Supporting Factors and Healthcare Utilization in People with Dementia: Data from the DelpHi Study
Associations Between Supporting Factors and Healthcare Utilization in People with Dementia: Data from the DelpHi Study Open
Background This study examined the relationship between healthcare utilization and support related factors, such as social support and marital status, in patients with dementia (PwD) over 5 years. Methods We analysed data from 498 particip…
View article: Social Support Predicts Depressive Symptoms in Dementia – A Four‐Year Longitudinal Study
Social Support Predicts Depressive Symptoms in Dementia – A Four‐Year Longitudinal Study Open
Background Depressive symptoms are a common neuropsychological symptom in people with dementia. They are associated with reduced well‐being and may exacerbate dementia symptoms. So far, there has been little research on how modifiable fact…
View article: Toward targeted dementia prevention: Population attributable fractions and risk profiles in Germany
Toward targeted dementia prevention: Population attributable fractions and risk profiles in Germany Open
INTRODUCTION Effective dementia prevention requires understanding the distribution of modifiable risk factors and identifying high‐risk subgroups. We estimated the prevention potential in Germany and identified risk profiles to inform prec…
View article: Assessment of the validity of the Resilience and Strain Questionnaire in Caregivers of People with Dementia (ResQ-Care-Dem): a cross-sectional survey study
Assessment of the validity of the Resilience and Strain Questionnaire in Caregivers of People with Dementia (ResQ-Care-Dem): a cross-sectional survey study Open
Objectives The aim of the present study was to examine the reliability and validity (structural and convergent) of the Resilience and Strain Questionnaire in Caregivers of People with Dementia (ResQ-Care-Dem). Design Cross-sectional survey…
View article: Factors associated with a healthy diet and willingness to change dietary behavior in older adults at increased risk of dementia
Factors associated with a healthy diet and willingness to change dietary behavior in older adults at increased risk of dementia Open
Background Healthy dietary patterns have been linked to reduced risks for cardiovascular diseases and dementia, making nutrition an essential part of a comprehensive approach for dementia prevention. Knowledge about factors associated with…
View article: The Role of Social Support for Depressive Symptoms in Dementia: A Four-Year Longitudinal Study
The Role of Social Support for Depressive Symptoms in Dementia: A Four-Year Longitudinal Study Open
Background and Objectives Depressive symptoms are common in people with dementia, significantly reducing well-being and potentially exacerbating dementia symptoms. The objective of the present study was to investigate the role of support f…
View article: Social Support Predicts Depressive Symptoms in Dementia – A Four‐Year Longitudinal Study
Social Support Predicts Depressive Symptoms in Dementia – A Four‐Year Longitudinal Study Open
Depressive symptoms are a common neuropsychological symptom in people with dementia. They are associated with reduced well-being and may exacerbate dementia symptoms. So far, there has been little research on how modifiable factors, such a…
View article: Modifiable risk factors and symptom progression in dementia over up to 8 years—Results of the DelpHi‐MV trial
Modifiable risk factors and symptom progression in dementia over up to 8 years—Results of the DelpHi‐MV trial Open
INTRODUCTION This study investigated the association between modifiable factors and symptom progression in dementia over up to 8 years. METHODS Multilevel growth curve models assessed the role of modifiable risk factors (low education, hea…
View article: Long‐term effectiveness and cost‐effectiveness of collaborative dementia care: A general practitioner based randomized controlled trial
Long‐term effectiveness and cost‐effectiveness of collaborative dementia care: A general practitioner based randomized controlled trial Open
Background Previous trials reported that collaborative Dementia Care Management (cDCM) could be effective for patients and caregivers and cost‐effective for healthcare systems in the short term. However, long‐term evidence is lacking. Ther…
View article: Long‐term cost‐effectiveness of collaborative dementia care for persons living alone versus those living with a caregiver in Germany
Long‐term cost‐effectiveness of collaborative dementia care for persons living alone versus those living with a caregiver in Germany Open
Background Previous trials reported that collaborative Dementia Care Management (cDCM) could be cost‐effective in the short term, especially for those living alone. However, long‐term evidence is lacking. Therefore, the study’s objective w…
View article: Acceptance of Unsupervised App-Based Cognitive Assessment in Outpatient Care: An Implementation Study
Acceptance of Unsupervised App-Based Cognitive Assessment in Outpatient Care: An Implementation Study Open
Background The use of unsupervised digital cognitive assessments provides considerable opportunities for early and comprehensive testing for Alzheimer disease, minimizing the demand on time and personnel resources in medical practices. How…
View article: Predictors of Life Expectancy in Community‐Dwelling People with Dementia – The Role of Social Support
Predictors of Life Expectancy in Community‐Dwelling People with Dementia – The Role of Social Support Open
Background The aim of the present study was twofold: First, to examine the validity of previously reported sociodemographic (age, sex) and clinical predictors (cognitive status, functional status, comorbidities) for the life expectancy in …
View article: Enhancing Dementia Care: A Digitally Supported Care Management Program for Informal Caregivers ‐ A Cluster‐Randomized Controlled Trial
Enhancing Dementia Care: A Digitally Supported Care Management Program for Informal Caregivers ‐ A Cluster‐Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Approximately 1.8 million individuals in Germany live with dementia, imposing a substantial burden on family caregivers who provide most care and often experience health issues, social isolation, and diminished quality of life. …
View article: Social participation and cognitive activities as explanation factor for the association between income and self-rated health for older adults
Social participation and cognitive activities as explanation factor for the association between income and self-rated health for older adults Open
Introduction Health disparities pose a considerable challenge for older adults individuals, particularly those with a heightened risk of developing dementia. Discrepancies in health status among various income brackets are only partially a…
View article: Quality over quantity - rethinking social participation in dementia prevention: results from the AgeWell.de trial
Quality over quantity - rethinking social participation in dementia prevention: results from the AgeWell.de trial Open
Background Social participation as a protective factor against cognitive decline was one of the targets in the AgeWell.de study, a multi-domain interventional trial in a sample of older adults at increased risk for dementia. This study aim…
View article: Clinical Outcomes and Cost-Effectiveness of Collaborative Dementia Care
Clinical Outcomes and Cost-Effectiveness of Collaborative Dementia Care Open
Importance Long-term evidence for the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of collaborative dementia care management (CDCM) is lacking. Objective To evaluate whether 6 months of CDCM is associated with improved patient clinical outcomes an…
View article: Acceptance of unsupervised app-based cognitive assessment in outpatient care (Preprint)
Acceptance of unsupervised app-based cognitive assessment in outpatient care (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND The use of unsupervised, app-based cognitive assessments provides considerable opportunities for early and comprehensive testing for Alzheimer’s disease, minimizing the demand on time and personnel resources in medical practice…
View article: Factors Associated with Lower Social Activity in German Older Adults at Increased Risk of Dementia: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
Factors Associated with Lower Social Activity in German Older Adults at Increased Risk of Dementia: A Cross-Sectional Analysis Open
Background: Studies demonstrate associations between low social activity in older adults and cognitive decline. Little has been investigated regarding which factors are associated with low social activity in older adults at increased risk …
View article: What influences life expectancy in people with dementia? Social support as an emerging protective factor
What influences life expectancy in people with dementia? Social support as an emerging protective factor Open
Background The aim of this study was to investigate the role of support from the social environment for the life expectancy in people with dementia beyond well-established individual demographic and clinical predictors over a period of up …
View article: Assessment of the Validity of the Resilience and Strain Questionnaire in Caregivers of People with Dementia (ResQ-Care-Dem)
Assessment of the Validity of the Resilience and Strain Questionnaire in Caregivers of People with Dementia (ResQ-Care-Dem) Open
Background To support informal caregivers of people with dementia, it is crucial to identify sources of stress and burden, recognize early warning signs for timely intervention, and actively promote resilience. The Resilience and Strain Qu…
View article: Estimating the potential for prevention of dementia in Germany
Estimating the potential for prevention of dementia in Germany Open
Background As the German population ages, the number of people with dementia is predicted to rise considerably in the upcoming decades. In the absence of a disease‐modifying treatment, prevention is key to curb the growing numbers of demen…
View article: A multidomain intervention against cognitive decline in an at‐risk‐population in Germany: Results from the cluster‐randomized AgeWell.de trial
A multidomain intervention against cognitive decline in an at‐risk‐population in Germany: Results from the cluster‐randomized AgeWell.de trial Open
INTRODUCTION We investigated the effectiveness of a multidomain intervention to preserve cognitive function in older adults at risk for dementia in Germany in a cluster‐randomized trial. METHODS Individuals with a Cardiovascular Risk Facto…
View article: Associations of Depressive Symptoms with Subjective Cognitive Decline in Elderly People—A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the AgeWell.de-Study
Associations of Depressive Symptoms with Subjective Cognitive Decline in Elderly People—A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the AgeWell.de-Study Open
To develop effective dementia prevention strategies, it is necessary to understand risk factors, associated factors and early signs of dementia. Subjective cognitive decline (SCD) is the earliest form of dementia. The aim of this study is …
View article: Social Network and Participation in Elderly Primary Care Patients in Germany and Associations with Depressive Symptoms—A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the AgeWell.de Study
Social Network and Participation in Elderly Primary Care Patients in Germany and Associations with Depressive Symptoms—A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the AgeWell.de Study Open
This study aims to describe social network and social participation and to assess associations with depressive symptoms in older persons with increased risk for dementia in Germany. We conducted a cross-sectional observational study in pri…
View article: On the Locus of the Practice Effect in Sustained Attention Tests
On the Locus of the Practice Effect in Sustained Attention Tests Open
The present study set out to explore the locus of the poorly understood but frequently reported and comparatively large practice effect in sustained attention tests. Drawing on a recently proposed process model of sustained attention tests…