Why Talking Therapies Can Be Effective For Alzheimer’s Patients

In this photo illustration a caregiver helps man to drink in nursing home in Heidelberg, Germany, on March 30, 2022. A new study suggests talking therapies can be very helpful for Alzhiemer's patients. GRABOWSKY/GETTY IMAGES  

Talking treatments could be effective at combating Alzheimer’s, a study published in eClinicalMedicine, UK, says.

Almost four in 10 patients with mild symptoms are also affected by anxiety and depression. Cognitive behavioral therapy can relieve the symptoms.