This module follows on from the PSBS0003 Current Research in Dementia module, by extending students’ knowledge on the key issues pertaining to current research in the management of dementia and advanced specialist topics in treatment and care. Taking this module is very much recommended for students who are considering a PhD and/or a research career in clinical research in dementia. All students will undertake the Current Research in Dementia module as a prerequisite. The course will be taught over 8 half-day sessions, accompanied by Moodle online materials and relevant sessions in the MSc journal clubs.

Module contents

Research in the following areas of treatment and management of dementia will be covered:

Emerging topics in the prevention of dementia such as hearing loss, sleep disturbances and social function.
	Biomarkers in clinical trials in dementia.
	Key issues in Clinical Trials research in dementia and clinical outcomes.
	Advanced knowledge of neuropsychiatric symptoms Series A: Psychosis.
	Advanced knowledge of neuropsychiatric symptoms Series B: Depression.
	Detection and Management of Dementia with Lewy Bodies.
	Symptom management in end of life care: Pain management and end of life nutrition.
	Elder Abuse and Neglect.
	Personhood in dementia.
Learning outcomes

These are the intended learning outcomes for the module:

Students will be able to critically appraise research based on biological, psychological and social perspectives of dementia treatment and management.
	Students will be able to explain how these perspectives can inform the treatment and management of dementia and motivate current research in the area.
	Students will be able to suggest approaches for the prevention of dementia, and key issues around clinical trials of pharmacological and psychosocial interventions in dementia.
	Students will be able to explain, appraise and suggest approaches to managing psychosis and depression in dementia.
	Students will be able to identify key issues in the diagnosis and management of dementia with Lewy bodies.
	Students will be able to suggest approaches to improving treatment and management of dementia in the areas of equity of care, elder abuse, management of pain and end of life nutrition.
	Students will be able to identify key questions motivating current research on advanced specialist topics in the management of dementia in general and emerging perspectives on personhood in dementia.