Under Cognitive Change section from American Psychological Association published on January 2012 Dementia is the leading cause of functional limitation among older adults worldwide. As per global burden of disease study by WHO, dementia contributes 4.1% of all disability-adjusted life years (DALYs). Thus, the guidelines were developed to assist psychologists in the treatment of patients with dementia and other geriatric associated cognitive changes. What Is This Guideline About?
American Psychological Association (APA) has formulated guidelines for assisting psychologist in the treatment of older patients with dementia and age-related cognitive changes. Therefore, the guideline is about facilitating the continued systematic development of profession and to help facilitate a high level of practice by psychologists. What Was Need For Guideline? These guidelines are intended to specify…
