Skin electricity may foresee dementia outbursts

NCT ID NCT02617056

First seen Mar 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 08, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study looked at whether measuring the skin's electrical activity can warn of agitation or aggressive behavior in people with dementia. 21 patients from a dementia unit took part. The goal was to see if a warning signal appears before an outburst, which could help caregivers prevent it and allow patients to stay at home longer.

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Locations

  • VA Bedford HealthCare System, Bedford, MA

    Bedford, Massachusetts, 01730-1114, United States

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