More attention for the detection of comorbid autism spectrum disorders in behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia

Key points Translocation of individuals with dementia to a nursing home can be very stressful because of cohabitation with fellow residents and dependence on care staff, resulting in behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). Undiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spe...

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Published in:	International journal of geriatric psychiatry Vol. 39; no. 7; pp. e6124 - n/a
Main Authors:	Winnemuller, Anouk, Heijnen‐Kohl, Sylvia M. J., Alphen, Sebastiaan P. J.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England Wiley Subscription Services, Inc 01-07-2024
Subjects:	Aged Autism autism spectrum disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder - epidemiology Autism Spectrum Disorder - psychology behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia Comorbidity dementia Dementia - epidemiology Dementia - psychology Dementia disorders Female Humans Male nursing homes older age behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia dementia older age autism spectrum disorder nursing homes
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Summary:	Key points Translocation of individuals with dementia to a nursing home can be very stressful because of cohabitation with fellow residents and dependence on care staff, resulting in behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). Undiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorders (ASD) can be a contributing factor to BPSD and are less often recognized later in life. The detection of ASD in old age lags behind due to insufficient knowledge and alertness among health care professionals. Recognizing ASD not only leads to more understanding and acceptance but can also contribute to better (non‐pharmacological) treatment of BPSD and guidance of nursing home residents.
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ISSN:	0885-6230 1099-1166 1099-1166
DOI:	10.1002/gps.6124