Risk Factors for Apathy in AD

 
   Lead Investigator:    Kim Hutchinson
   Institution      :    Fielding Graduate University
   E-Mail           :    khutchinson@email.fielding.edu
   Proposal ID      :    258


   Publications:


1  Hutchinson K, Dilks L, DuVall T
   A-73Risk Factors for Apathy in Alzheimer's Disease
   Abstract  Arch Clin Neuropsychol,29:530,2014,

   PUBLISHED



2  Hutchinson KS
   Risk factors for apathy in Alzheimer's disease
   2013   Dissertation  Doctoral Dissertation, Fielding Graduate University , 

   DEFENDED





   Proposal Description:
   Apathy is one of the most frequently occurring and most troublesome neuropsychiatric symptoms endured by Alzheimer???s disease (AD) patients and their families. While understanding the pathogenesis is important, it is unlikely to provide a complete explanation of apathy. Social, psychological, and biological factors may also influence the development and course of the disorder.  Given that apathy has been identified as a risk factor for dementia and a marker of disease progression from mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to AD, exploration of risk factors contributing to the development of apathy is needed.  Risk factors may be useful in identifying high risk groups, which in turn may lead to more effective management of apathy and increased quality of life for patients and their families.