The clinical management of HIV-related dementia and other memory disorders in the residential drug treatment environment.
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-related dementia and other memory and attention disorders are described in terms of etiology, incidence, and symptoms. Assessment for cognitive impairment includes basic screening (examples are given), or a thorough neuropsychological evaluation. Implications for treatment within the residential drug treatment environment include: (a) providing accurate information to staff and residents; (b) identifying residents' anticipatory anxiety; (c) supportive counseling of residents; (d) coaching residents in the use of coping strategies; (e) creating environmental support; and (f) frequent reassessment of treatment goals, including the appropriateness of independent living. Helpful concrete suggestions are listed.
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H.E.L.P./Project Samaritan, Bronx, New York 10452.
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D015526:AIDS Dementia Complex / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D000328:Adult; D000647:Amnesia / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D001521:Behavior Therapy / Q000379:methods; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D005260:Female; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D008570:Memory, Short-Term; D019965:Neurocognitive Disorders / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D009483:Neuropsychological Tests; D010348:Patient Care Team; D016320:Substance Abuse Treatment Centers; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*