%0 Journal Article
%T Predictors and consequences of aggressive behavior by community-based dementia patients
%J Gerontologist
%D 1990
%A Hamel, Mathieu
%A Gold, D. P.
%A Andres, D.
%A Reis, M.
%A Dastoor, D.
%A Grauer, H.
%A Bergman, H.
%V 30
%N 2
%P 206-211
%X The frequency, nature, context, and caregivers' reactions to aggressive behavior in 213 dementia patients residing in the community was studied. Aggression was reported in 57.2% of the patients and in 10.6% of the caregivers. Predictors of patient aggression were greater frequency of behavior and memory problems, premorbid aggression, and a more troubled premorbid social relationship between patient and caregiver. Patient aggression predicted the decision to discontinue home care.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Oxford University Press
%@ 0016-9013
%U http://dx.doi.org/