Essential oils reduction of dementia-related behavior disturbances: A case study and literature review

Abstract

In 2015, over 9 million people were diagnosed with dementia worldwide. Dementia can be accompanied by aggression or violent behavior intractable to standard treatment (e.g. Seroquel). In one case study, essential oils reduced aggressive behavior within 20 minutes of application. This case study and literature review will be discussed.

Authors

Dawn L. Langley-Brady

Author Details

Dawn L. Langley-Brady, MSN, RN, AHN-BC, CHPN, CCAP, Department of Physiological and Technological Nursing, Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, USA

Sigma Membership

Beta Omicron

Lead Author Affiliation

Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Aromatherapy, Complementary Therapies, Dementia

Recommended Citation

Langley-Brady, Dawn L., "Essential oils reduction of dementia-related behavior disturbances: A case study and literature review" (2019). INRC (Congress). 235.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2019/presentations_2019/235

Conference Name

30th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Conference Year

2019

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