Carers' experiences and perspectives of the use of anticholinergic medications in people living with dementia: Analysis of an online discussion forum
Bara'a Shawaqfeh,
Carmel M. Hughes,
Bernadette McGuinness
et al.
Abstract:IntroductionThere is concern about the use of anticholinergic medications in people living with dementia (PLWD). Such medicines may increase cognitive decline and may be associated with higher mortality in PLWD who take these medicines. The aim of this study was to analyse data from an online dementia discussion forum to explore the experiences and perspectives of PLWD and carers about the use of anticholinergic medicines in this population.MethodsFollowing receipt of ethical approval, archived discussions (po… Show more
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