behavioral pathology in Alzheimer's disease rating scale

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Introduction

Evaluates delusions, paranoid ideation, hallucinations, aggression, activity, affective state, anxiety, phobias, & disturbances in circadian rhythms.

The interviewer rates each of 25 items on a 4-point scale, based on information obtained from caregiver(s) & from clinical observation.

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References

  1. Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment, Osterweil et al eds, McGraw Hill, New York, 2000, pg 109