Our Publications

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The Use of Anti-psychotic Medications for Seniors

Prepared by OPGA's Special Project Task Group (2005)

The Quick Reference Guide comes as a double-sided laminated page for durability and ease of use by all health professionals
Contains general guidelines for use of antipsychotic medications and potential side effects
Includes information of recommended medication dosages, precautions, and drug-to-drug interactions

Types of Dementia

Prepared by OPGA's Special Project Task Group (2006)

The Quick Reference Guide comes as a laminated double-sided page for durability and ease of use by all health professionals
Compares Alzheimer's Disease, Diffuse Lewy Body Disease, Vascular Dementia, Frontal Temporal Dementia according to onset, course, symptoms, and specific management
Defines dementia
Lists different types of dementia
Dementia clinical work-up
Hachinski Ischemia Score
Dementia management
Treatment comments
Focal neurological symptoms and signs

Basics of the 3 D's: Depression, Dementia and Delirium

Prepared by OPGA's Special Project Task Group (2005)

The Quick Reference Guide comes as a laminated double-sided page for durability and ease of use by all health professionals
It compares the 3 D's according to History, Clinical Course, Cognitive Symptoms, Neurologic Signs, Psychotic Features, Psychomotor Activity and Mood
As well, it contains useful definitions of Depression, Dementia, Delirium, Delusions, Disturbance of Perception, Hallucinations, Illusions and Psychomotor Agitation and Retardation

Ontario PsychoGeriatric Association