title: Antipsychotics.
abstract: The multiple medical problems in the geriatric population complicate the issues of diagnosis and management of behavioral symptoms. Systematic evaluation of the etiology, course, and prognosis of behavioral and psychotic symptoms associated with dementia may clarify the indications for treatment. Further research is needed to evaluate effective adjuncts and alternatives to neuroleptic treatment in the demented elderly and to minimize medication side effects.
authors.affiliation: University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Phillipson
authors.forename: J T
authors.initials: JT
authors.lastname: Moranville
authors.forename: D V
authors.initials: DV
authors.lastname: Jeste
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Harris
mesh_terms: D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D014150:Antipsychotic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002986:Clinical Trials as Topic; D003704:Dementia / Q000188:drug therapy*; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D014150:Antipsychotic Agents