Dementia, Antidepressants

Antidepressants May Worsen Dementia, Study Shows
New study shows dementia patients who are on antidepressants, especially selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), over time may experience faster cognitive decline.
Antidepressants might hasten decline from dementia
A specific class of antidepressant medications -- selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors -- actually might speed up brain decline among some dementia patients, a new Swedish study suggests.
Antidepressants may hasten decline from dementia, study says. Experts are unconvinced
Antidepressants worsened cognition in patients with dementia, according to a new study, but some experts strongly disagree with the findings.
Dementia: Some Antidepressants May Speed Up Decline, Neuroscientists Warn
Researchers hope their findings help doctors prescribe antidepressants "that are better adapted for patients with dementia."
Antidepressants may be worsening dementia — why doctors will still prescribe them
New research suggests that certain antidepressants could accelerate cognitive decline in dementia patients, though outside experts urge caution in interpreting the findings.
Experts question study linking antidepressants to cognitive decline
A new study published in BMC Medicine suggests antidepressant use may accelerate cognitive decline in people with dementia, but some health experts are cautioning against drawing such conclusions. In the study,
Dementia warning as antidepressants could speed up memory loss in older people
Antidepressants may accelerate memory loss in older adults with dementia, a major Swedish study has revealed. Research from the Karolinska Institute found that patients taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs),
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'Heartbreak as dementia made grandad forget me'
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'I got dementia like Pauline Quirke after partner noticed two worrying changes to me'
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Bruce Willis' daughter gives glimpse into actor’s birthday plans with ‘ironclad’ family as he battles dementia
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore’s daughter, Scout, shared a glimpse of what their strong family unit has in store for the actor's ...
Just 5 Minutes of Movement a Day Could Help Prevent Dementia
Research indicates that even frail older adults can experience health benefits from engaging in light exercise. Engaging in ...
This Is How Long You Need To Work Out To Actually Lower Your Dementia Risk
A new study explores the brain benefits of exercise, and exactly how much exercise can lower your risk of dementia. Here's ...
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Falkirk pupil puts her heart into design of logo for dementia awareness initiative
A Denny-based group which raises awareness of dementia is getting ready to expand across the wider Falkirk area with help ...
Dementia warning as common medication linked to faster cognitive decline
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