Background Older residents in long-term care facilities often experience physical and mental
health problems along with vulnerability to psychological and social stressors. Due to the …

Background Non-pharmacological interventions are considered the first-line treatment for
managing the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. Given the …

Background Physical activity and exercise have been suggested as effective interventions
for the prevention and management of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia, but …

Background Virtual reality (VR) reminiscence is an innovative strategy that integrates
technology into the care of older adults. Limited research was conducted to compare the role …

Social isolation and sedentary behaviour are common in residential aged care facilities
(also known as nursing homes or long-term care). Use of new technologies such as virtual …

Background Prevalence of neuropsychiatric symptoms amongst people living with dementia
in residential aged care is high. Their presence is associated with poorer quality of life for …

Background: There is a growing need to offer appropriate services to persons with mild
cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia who are faced with depression and anxiety …

The use of existing public spaces by people living with dementia, such as museums and art
galleries, are becoming popular due to their ability to facilitate programs which promote …

Introduction Individuals living with dementia are likely to experience one or more
neuropsychiatric symptoms on a daily basis. Dance has the potential to positively impact …

In many countries, life expectancy has increased considerably in past years, and the
importance of finding ways to ensure good levels of wellbeing through aging has become …