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JAMDA

June 22, 2018

Antipsychotic Deprescription for Older Adults in Long-term Care: The HALT Study

Despite limited efficacy and significant safety concerns, antipsychotic medications are frequently used to treat behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) in long-term residential care. This study evaluates the sustained reduction of antipsychotic use for BPSD through a deprescribing interve...
JAMDA

February 22, 2023

State Variation in Antipsychotic Use Among Assisted Living Residents With Dementia

More than two-thirds of assisted living (AL) residents have dementia or cognitive impairment and antipsychotics are commonly prescribed for behavioral disturbances. As AL communities are regulated by state-level policies, which vary significantly regarding the care for people with dementia, we examined how...