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Confronting Dementia: Spotlight on Research and Perspectives offers a comprehensive collection of meticulously selected scholarly articles that delve into the multifaceted realm of dementia. This compendium begins with an insightful foreword, setting the stage for a deep exploration into the complexities of dementia care, diagnosis, and progression. Key studies featured in this collection examine critical topics such as the extensive use of psychotropic drugs among dementia patients and the pressing disparities in the quality of end-of-life care when compared to cancer patients. Other notable contributions investigate the diagnostic accuracy of general practitioners, the nuanced needs of dementia patients living at home, and the vital knowledge essential for the 21st-century understanding of dementia. Additionally, readers will find compelling research on the influence of comorbidities, the impact of cognitive activities like computer use, and the analysis of various lifestyle risk factors including sleep disturbances and marital status. This book serves as an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and researchers committed to advancing dementia care and improving the quality of life for those affected by this challenging condition. Quality Research Publishing is dedicated to making knowledge more accessible to the general public by curating a topical compilation of the latest research on various subjects and providing plain language summaries. Each of the articles in this book is available individually and digitally without cost. However, we believe it is important for the contextualizing and sharing of educational and scientific work to curate this research in a way that is understandable and helpful to the average person seeking deeper knowledge of a particular subject. The research articles compiled for this book were published under a permissive Creative Commons license, are in the public domain, or have no copyright restrictions, permitting their use in this book. If you have questions about the licensing of any article, please visit qualityresearchpublishing.com.

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