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Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences

Comprehensive Approach for Treatment of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease

  1. Neelam Balekar
  2. kirti Pande

Abstract

The two most prevalent illnesses in the world, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, affect 44 million people globally and are expected to increase by 2050. While current treatments for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's disease are primarily symptomatic, with drugs like aducanumab offering only limited disease progression, complementary therapies like mindfulness meditation may provide mental clarity and relaxation. This review aims to evaluate various treatment approaches for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, including non-pharmacological options like deep brain stimulation and complementary therapy like mindfulness meditation, which can aid in symptomatic relief for conditions such as anxiety, depression, cognitive function, and sleep disturbances. While pharmacological approaches remain the primary mode of treatment, mindfulness meditation offers promise for further research with larger sample sizes.
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