A qualitative study to characterize the experiences of patients and caregivers with dementia diagnostic disclosure communication and care planning

A qualitative study to characterize the experiences of patients and caregivers with dementia diagnostic disclosure communication and care planning
Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology; by Joanna Paladino, Heily Chavez Granados, Jade A Connor Eruchalu, Carine Davila, Liliana Ramirez Gomez, Alissa Bernstein Sideman, Daniel Dohan, Elizabeth Lindenberger, Lindsay Dow, Ana-Maria Vranceanu, Deborah Blacker, Christine S Ritchie; 10/15/25
Clinician communication at the time of a dementia diagnosis often inadequately addresses patient and caregiver needs. We aimed to characterize the communication experiences of patients and caregivers affected by dementia using an evidence-based serious illness communication framework... Dementia diagnostic disclosure would benefit from a structured yet tailored communication approach that prioritizes respectful communication, emotional support, and comprehensive care planning to meet the needs of patients and caregivers.