Impact of Student-Led Activities on Dementia Care
Author Information
Author(s): Jordan Kerry, Allen Melissa, Gallagher Michael, Schultz January, Weese Richelle, Marks Suzette
Primary Institution: University of Central Arkansas
Hypothesis
Does the Inter-professional Student led Therapeutic Activity program improve cognitive status, quality of life, and function in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias?
Conclusion
The study suggests that the student-led program may help maintain cognition, function, and quality of life in dementia participants in the short term.
Supporting Evidence
- The program involved health science students engaging participants in various therapeutic activities.
- No significant changes were observed in cognition, quality of life, or function except for independent activities of daily living.
Takeaway
Students helped people with dementia through fun activities, and it seemed to help them feel better and do things on their own.
Methodology
Participants engaged in weekly, 3.5-hour sessions over 12 weeks, involving various evidence-based activities.
Limitations
The study only evaluated short-term effects and had a small sample size.
Participant Demographics
Participants were individuals with mild to moderate Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.046
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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