Uncontrolled Pain and Risk for Depression and Behavioral Symptoms in Residents With Dementia

Limited cohort studies have assessed the association between uncontrolled pain and risk for behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSDs). We conducted a longitudinal cohort study to examine whether associations exist between uncontrolled pain and risk for 2 common BPSDs—depression and behavioral symptoms—among long-term care (LTC) residents with Alzheimer disease and related dementia (ADRD).