Managing Alzheimer's: Challenges and Treatments

This chapter examines the complexities of treating cognitive and functional symptoms in Alzheimer's disease, addressing the hurdles family physicians encounter due to the lack of effective cures. It highlights various treatment methods, including pharmacologic options like acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and non-pharmacologic interventions such as music and exercise, while also discussing the management of associated psychiatric symptoms. The chapter emphasizes the importance of patient monitoring and explores emerging therapies, underscoring the need for informed decision-making in patient care.