Young-Onset Dementia Asia Pacific Research Collaborative
Regional Research Mapping: Scoping Review Submission
YOD-APC has submitted a regional scoping review to Asia Pacific Psychiatry examining the landscape of young-onset dementia research across the Asia-Pacific.
The review identified 437 empirical studies, with Japan, Australia, South Korea, and China accounting for 82% of the published research.
Key findings:
– The majority of studies focus on disease biology, including genetics and neuroimaging
– Only 11% of studies examine psychosocial impacts and support
– Study designs are predominantly case reports/series (35%) and quantitative research (59%)
– Significant gaps remain in intervention research, service provision, and lived experience representation
These findings highlight the need for stronger regional collaboration in psychosocial research, service innovation, and inclusive research design.The manuscript is currently under review.
Call for Journal Article Contributors
YOD-APC is seeking contributors from across the Asia-Pacific region to co-develop a comparative journal article examining models of care for young-onset dementia.
The proposed article will explore:
– Diagnostic pathways and barriers
– Accessibility of assessment tools, including specialist services, cognitive assessment, neuroimaging, lumbar puncture, and blood biomarkers
– Post-diagnostic support and service barriers
– Future directions for regional service improvement
We are committed to ensuring that caregivers and people living with young-onset dementia are meaningfully included in this work.
If you are interested in contributing, contact Samantha Loi
Regional Research Mapping: Scoping Review Submission
YOD-APC has submitted a regional scoping review to Asia Pacific Psychiatry examining the landscape of young-onset dementia research across the Asia-Pacific.
The review identified 437 empirical studies, with Japan, Australia, South Korea, and China accounting for 82% of the published research.
Key findings:
– The majority of studies focus on disease biology, including genetics and neuroimaging
– Only 11% of studies examine psychosocial impacts and support
– Study designs are predominantly case reports/series (35%) and quantitative research (59%)
– Significant gaps remain in intervention research, service provision, and lived experience representation
These findings highlight the need for stronger regional collaboration in psychosocial research, service innovation, and inclusive research design.The manuscript is currently under review.
Call for Journal Article Contributors
YOD-APC is seeking contributors from across the Asia-Pacific region to co-develop a comparative journal article examining models of care for young-onset dementia.
The proposed article will explore:
– Diagnostic pathways and barriers
– Accessibility of assessment tools, including specialist services, cognitive assessment, neuroimaging, lumbar puncture, and blood biomarkers
– Post-diagnostic support and service barriers
– Future directions for regional service improvement
We are committed to ensuring that caregivers and people living with young-onset dementia are meaningfully included in this work.
If you are interested in contributing, contact Samantha Loi