"Strong, antipsychotic drugs are being prescribed more often to senior citizens in U.S. nursing homes, setting off a debate about whether it's the right treatment for the elderly suffering from dementia. [...] conflicting guidance is making it even more difficult for those trying to make sure their aging loved ones are getting the best care during the final years of their lives."
04 June 2011
Overmedicated? ~ Questioning Senior Citizen Rx
CNN's John Couwels asks Are senior citizens being overmedicated?
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Aging,
CNN,
Gerontechnology,
Health,
Neurotechnology
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