Treatments

There is currently no cure for dementia. However, there are drugs and non-drug treatments that can lessen a person’s symptoms.

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Drugs
There is currently no cure for dementia, but there are drugs that can help with some of the symptoms. Here we explain what is available.
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Person-centred care

Person-centred care involves tailoring a person's care to their interests, abilities, history and personality.

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Talking therapies

We explain what talking therapies, also know as psychological therapies, are and the different types of therapies that are a recommended non-treatment for some people living with dementia.

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Alternative therapies
Some alternative therapies might benefit people with dementia. They work by treating the conditions related to dementia, such as sleep problems or agitation.
Categories
Age-related medications, Alternative therapies, Anti-dementia medications, Antipsychotic medications, Talking therapies