Research Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation It is thought that electrical stimulation of nerves via the skin may cause chemical changes in the brain. Learn more about this procedure as an alternative treatment for dementia.
Research Bright light therapy and dementia Current findings indicate that bright light therapy may benefit people with dementia, but further research is needed. Learn more about this alternative therapy.
Research Aromatherapy, massage and dementia The use of lemon balm may improve cognition and mood in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, and lavender oil may reduce occurrences of aggressive behaviour in dementia.
Information Challenging behaviour in dementia As the dementia progresses, many people develop behaviours that can be challenging. This includes restlessness and aggression.
Research Helping people with learning disabilities to access non-drug treatments for dementia symptoms Read about a research project we funded. Life through a lens: participatory action research to collaboratively implement non-pharmacological interventions with people who have a learning disability and dementia.
Research How do genetics influence the brain’s response to omega-3? Research project: APOE genotype, brain n-3 fatty acid status and cognition
Research A non-drug intervention to prevent depression in early-stage dementia Read about a research project we funded into IDEA Intervention to prevent Depressive symptoms and promote wellbeing in Early stage dementia development and feasibility.
Research Reviewing the evidence on how to treat and care for people with early-stage dementia without drugs Research project: Non-pharmacological interventions for patients with dementia and their carers: a systematic mapping review of experimental studies involving patients living in the community
Information Alzheimer's Society's view on complementary medicine / alternative therapies Find out what we think about complementary medicine and alternative therapies and how they relate to the needs of people affected by dementia.
Advice Learning disabilities and dementia - treatment and support There are various ways to treat and support some one with dementia who also has learning disabilities. Here we outline a couple of these treatments, as well as our tips for carers.
Research Coconut oil and dementia There is currently a lack of evidence to show that coconut oil plays any role in preventing or treating dementia or its symptoms.
Research Cannabis and dementia Some studies have that found taking cannabis could help to manage some behavioural symptoms of dementia. However, there is currently no evidence that cannabis can help to prevent the disease.
