A four factor model of the IDDD can be used in dementia research for assessing initiative in and performance of basic and household activities of daily living. The findings suggest that ADL scales correlate only poorly and that further development of the IDDD is needed to cover a broader range of ADLs.

This finding supports the use of salivary MHPG as an index for CSF MHPG, and enhances the usefulness of salivary MHPG measurements as a non-invasive approach for clinical studies investigating noradrenergic systems.

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The DQoL can be used in dementia research for assessing positive and negative affect, feelings of belonging and self-esteem. The findings suggest further research to improve the structure of the scales aesthetics, feelings of belonging and self-esteem.

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