Use of analgesics to reduce agitation and agression in older persons with dementia [ 2011 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof David Ames (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Benny Katz ,  Prof Gerard Byrne ,  Prof Stephen Gibson

Brief description Understanding the causes of Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) provides a potentially remedial target for interventions. The current study will undertake the first ever trial of analgesics to reduce the frequency of agitation/aggression and other BPSD. By completion we will have new insights into the relationship between pain and various sub-types of BPSD and robust evidence on the best class of analgesics to treat BPSD

Funding Amount $552,556.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant