TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2016//
TI  - Younger onset dementia: a review of the literature to inform service development
JO  - American journal of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
A1  - Sansoni, Janet
A1  - Duncan, Cathy
A1  - Grootemaat, Pamela
A1  - Capell, Jacquelin
A1  - Samsa, Peter
A1  - Westera, Anita
SP  - 693
EP  - 705
VL  - 31
IS  - 8
N2  - This literature review focused on the experience, care, and service requirements of people with younger onset dementia. Systematic searches of 10 relevant bibliographic databases and a rigorous examination of the literature from nonacademic sources were undertaken. Searches identified 304 articles assessed for relevance and level of evidence, of which 74% were academic literature. The review identified the need for (1) more timely and accurate diagnosis and increased support immediately following diagnosis; (2) more individually tailored services addressing life cycle issues; (3) examination of the service needs of those living alone; (4) more systematic evaluation of services and programs; (5) further examination of service utilization, costs of illness, and cost effectiveness; and (6) current Australian clinical surveys to estimate prevalence, incidence, and survival rates. Although previous research has identified important service issues, there is a need for further studies with stronger research designs and consideration of the control of potentially confounding factors.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1533-3175
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1533317515619481
ID  - ref1
ER  -