Two sets of published diagnostic criteria are available to help differentiate PBA from depression. The first set of diagnostic criteria was developed by Poeck in 1969. 3 These 4 criteria include: ...

This article is sponsored by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. In long-term care environments, it’s not uncommon for site staff including nurses, administrators, physical therapists, physicians and ...

In the complex tapestry of human emotions, shedding tears transcends the boundaries of mere sorrow, becoming a potent expression that delves into deeper facets of the human psyche. If you or someone ...

Some people with Lewy body dementia (LBW) develop a symptom called pseudobulbar affect (PBA), which can lead to uncontrollable crying or laughter. Around 20–30% of people with dementia receive a ...

Babies older than 3 months who cry uncontrollably without reason are at greater risk of suffering from lower IQ, hyperactivity and discipline problems in childhood, new research has found. Persistent ...

Crying is a natural response to a wide variety of emotions, ranging from extreme sadness to extreme happiness. Since the ancient era, crying has been regarded as a natural phenomenon that helps ...