Effectiveness of meaningful occupation interventions for people living with dementia in residential aged care: A systematic review
journal contribution
posted on 2018-08-02, 00:00authored byC Travers, D Brooks, S Hines, Maria O'ReillyMaria O'Reilly, M McMaster, W He, M MacAndrew, E Fielding, L Karlsson, E Beattie
Background The ability to participate in valued activities, whether for work, leisure or family is an important aspect of personal identity. In dementia, progressive memory loss means that abilities developed over a lifetime begin to be lost as well, contributing to the loss of self and identity. Some studies have reported that activities or interventions tailored to be meaningful to the person with dementia (defined as any activity important to the individual), are more effective in addressing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia and improving quality of life than those that are not so tailored. However, the effectiveness of individualizing interventions or activities for this population is not known.
Funding
Category 1 - Australian Competitive Grants (this includes ARC, NHMRC)