Development and preliminary validation of the Meaningful and Enjoyable Activities Scale (MEAS) in mild dementia
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DOI: 10.1002/gps.5316
Abstract: Engaging in meaningful activity is an important contributor to well‐being in late life. This study aimed to develop a new measure of meaningful and enjoyable activities in people living with mild dementia. read more here.
Keywords: preliminary validation; development preliminary; meaningful enjoyable; validation meaningful ... See more keywords
The repeatable battery for the assessment of the neuropsychological status (RBANS): a diagnostic validity study in Greek elderly
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DOI: 10.1007/s40520-018-1076-9
Abstract: ObjectiveThere is a broad need for a rapid and efficient neurocognitive battery to detect cognitive decline and differentiate MCI (mild cognitive impairment) and mild dementia from cognitively intact elders. The purpose of this study is… read more here.
Keywords: etiology; repeatable battery; battery assessment; battery ... See more keywords
Use of FDA approved medications for Alzheimer's disease in mild dementia is associated with reduced informal costs of care
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DOI: 10.1017/s104161021800011x
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background: The use of FDA approved medications for Alzheimer's disease [AD; FDAAMAD; (cholinesterase inhibitors and N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor antagonists)] has been associated with symptomatic benefit with a reduction in formal (paid services) and total costs… read more here.
Keywords: use fda; approved medications; informal costs; medications alzheimer ... See more keywords
Development of a Psychological Intervention to Promote Meaningful Activity in People Living With Mild Dementia: An Intervention Mapping Approach.
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DOI: 10.1093/geront/gnab047
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Despite the importance of meaningful activity in mild dementia, only limited data are available on the development of interventions supporting people with mild dementia to engage in meaningful activity. In this paper… read more here.
Keywords: intervention; intervention mapping; activity; meaningful activity ... See more keywords
How people with dementia and carers understand and react to social functioning changes in mild dementia: a UK-based qualitative study
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-016740
Abstract: Objectives To analyse people with dementia and their family carers’ attribution of social changes in dementia and the consequences of these attributions. Design Qualitative study, using a semi-structured interview guide. Individual interviews continued to theoretical… read more here.
Keywords: people dementia; dementia; social changes; qualitative study ... See more keywords
Efficacy of practising Tai Chi for older people with mild dementia: protocol for a randomised controlled study
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-019940
Abstract: Introduction Many studies suggest that Tai Chi exercise is a safe and appropriate mind-body exercise for older people and effectively slows down age-related cognitive decline. A set of bespoke Tai Chi exercise named ‘Cognition Protecting… read more here.
Keywords: randomised controlled; medicine; older people; study ... See more keywords
Outcomes tested in non-pharmacological interventions in mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia: a scoping review
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-035980
Abstract: Objectives Non-pharmacological treatments are an important aspect of dementia care. A wide range of interventions have been trialled for mild dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). However, the variety of outcome measures used in these… read more here.
Keywords: outcome measures; measures used; dementia; review ... See more keywords
The use of smartphones for wayfinding by people with mild dementia
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DOI: 10.1177/1471301218785461
Abstract: The aim of this study was to explore the acceptability, feasibility and usability of older people with mild dementia to use smartphone for wayfinding. Thirty cognitively normal older people and 16 people with mild dementia… read more here.
Keywords: dementia use; smartphones wayfinding; use smartphones; people mild ... See more keywords
The effect of an interactive cycling training on cognitive functioning in older adults with mild dementia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1186/s12877-017-0464-x
Abstract: BackgroundTo date there is no cure or an effective disease-modifying drug to treat dementia. Available acetylcholine-esterase inhibiting drugs or memantine only produce small benefits on cognitive and behavioural functioning and their clinical relevance remains controversial.… read more here.
Keywords: functioning; adults mild; study; training ... See more keywords
Acceptability of the voice your values, an advance care planning intervention in persons living with mild dementia using videoconferencing technology
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0266826
Abstract: Advance care planning (ACP) can improve outcomes for persons living with dementia (PLwD). Clinicians see the lack of acceptability of these conversations as a barrier to ACP in individuals with mild dementia. COVID-19 pandemic has… read more here.
Keywords: acceptability; advance care; persons living; dementia ... See more keywords
Exploring the Issues of Advance Directives in Patients with Mild Dementia in Taiwan.
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DOI: 10.18926/amo/59952
Abstract: Due to cultural traditions, most Taiwanese do not have an advance directive or healthcare proxy. We explored how patients with mild dementia in Taiwan may still make self-determined decisions concerning advance directives for their healthcare… read more here.
Keywords: advance; patients mild; advance directives; dementia taiwan ... See more keywords