Dementia Articles, research news and reports about dementia. Contact information Les på norsk: Demens Public Health Report Updated 18.04.2016 Dementia in Norway Dementia is the generic term for several diseases that lead to cognitive decline associated with loss of brain function. Reports Research overview Updated 15.12.2016 Primary and secondary prevention interventions for cognitive decline and dementia The world’s population is steadily growing older and the number of people with dementia is increasing. It is therefore of importance to identify effective strategies to prevent or delay its onset. Research overview Updated 05.12.2016 The physical environment for people with dementia Update of a report from 2009 to review the available evidence on the physical environment for people with dementia. Research overview Updated 05.12.2016 Effect of psychological interventions for people with dementia Cognitive stimulation probably contribute to better cognitive function and quality of life for people with dementia. Research overview Updated 05.12.2016 Effect of physical activity and other care interventions for people with dementia We have critically appraised Cochrane-reviews and graded the available evidence about the efficacy of physical activity and other care interventions for people with dementia. Research overview Updated 05.12.2016 Interventions to support caregivers of people with dementia The report summarises the available research on interventions to support caregivers of people with dementia living in the community. Research overview Updated 05.12.2016 The physical environment for people with dementia This review examines effects of the built environment and elements therein on people with dementia. Research overview Updated 05.12.2016 Interventions to support caregivers of people with dementia living in the community − systematic literature search The Norwegian Directorate of Health asked us to update the report from 2011. We have performed a literature search to find potential new and relevant systematic reviews. Research overview Updated 05.12.2016 Effect of day care centers for people with dementia Update of literature search from 2011. Main findings: We included eight studies. There was inconsistency in the results and all conclusions were based on findings from studies with high risk of bias. Show more Related topics: Theme Elderly health The proportion of elderly in the population is increasing.
