Visualizing Eating Experiences in Dementia: Using Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and the Munsell Color System
2024
Visualizing Eating Experiences in Dementia
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Author Information
Author(s): Wang Zih-Ling, McHale Jenna
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
This study aims to explore the various domains that shape the trajectory of eating experiences in individuals living with dementia.
Conclusion
The study introduces a model for visualizing eating experiences in dementia and proposes strategies to enhance nutritional health.
Supporting Evidence
- Eating experiences in dementia are complex and subjective.
- The study proposes a model to visualize these experiences.
- It identifies five domains that influence eating experiences.
Takeaway
This study looks at how people with dementia eat and how their experiences can change over time, helping caregivers improve their meals.
Methodology
The study adapts Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and the Munsell Color System to map eating experiences visually.
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