The American journal of geriatric psychiatry : official journal of the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
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The Impact of Anticholinergic Burden on the Development of Mild Behavioral Impairment

Jun 4, 2026

The authors aimed to investigate the relationship between anticholinergic burden (ACB) and the development of mild behavioral impairment (MBI) in cognitively unimpaired older adults. Their findings indicate that higher ACB scores are significantly associated with an increased risk of developing MBI, suggesting that careful consideration of anticholinergic medication is necessary in this population to mitigate potential neuropsychiatric risks.

Interpersonal Predictors of Grief Among Caregivers of Persons With Dementia

Jun 3, 2026

The authors investigate how various interpersonal factors, such as perceived burdensomeness and relational deprivation, influence grief among caregivers of individuals with dementia. Analyzing data from a pilot trial, they find that perceived burdensomeness and relational deprivation are significantly associated with increased grief, while self-esteem-related social support is linked to reduced grief. The study suggests that interventions for dementia caregivers should focus on these interpersonal vulnerabilities to better address their grief.

Shifting Sense of Control: State, Trait, and Scar Effects of Late-life Depression in Trajectories of Mastery

May 30, 2026

The authors aimed to investigate how late-life depression affects individuals' sense of control, or mastery, over time, specifically examining the trajectories of mastery before, during, and after a major depressive episode (MDE). They identified four distinct mastery trajectories, including stable high and low mastery, a lasting decline post-MDE, and a temporary decline with recovery, highlighting the heterogeneity in responses to depression. These findings suggest that understanding individual mastery trajectories can help clinicians tailor care to better support recovery in older adults experiencing depression.