Definition

The behavioral and psychological symptoms of people with dementia are collectively referred to Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) and includes a range of behavioral and affective symptoms that can occur alone or in combination. BPSD is Not Cognitive Symptoms and includes symptoms such as apathy, agitation, aggression, anxiety, hallucinations and delusions. The symptoms are divided as follows:

• Behavioral symptoms: Aggression, agitation / agitation, uninhibited behavior, irritability, repetitive routines.

• Psychotic symptoms: Hallucinations and delusions

• Affective symptoms: Depression / dysphoria, anxiety, apathy, euphoria

• Vegetative symptoms: changes in appetite or/and sleep disorders