Supporting Behavioral and Psychological Challenges in Alzheimer Using Technology: A Systematic Review

Ardelean, Adriana Ioana; Redolat, Rosa

doi:10.1080/01924788.2023.2172900

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“…Hence, studies with less percentage of compliance are included since, in this stage, we believe that all experimental evidence should be added and taken into account in order to deepen our understanding of the usability and effectiveness of technology-based interventions for CKD patients. In general, recent studies show higher levels of quality, and it is expected that better evidence of the use of technologies applied to chronic and neurodegenerative diseases can be obtained in the coming years [ 70 ].…”

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Addressing Cognitive Function and Psychological Well-Being in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review on the Use of Technology-Based Interventions

Marín

Redolat

Gil-Gómez

et al. 2023

IJERPH

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Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are at risk of both a gradual decline in cognitive function and an increase in psychological distress. This includes symptoms of anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances, all of which are factors that have been associated with increased morbidity and mortality. In response, we are now seeing that interventions based on new digital technologies are increasingly used in order to optimize patients’ quality of life. Systematic research of the literature on electronic databases (MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and PsycInfo/ProQuest) covering the period from 2012 to 2022 was conducted in order to methodically review the existing evidence regarding the implementation and effectiveness of technology-based interventions in the management of cognitive and psychological well-being symptoms in patients with CKD. A total of 739 articles were retrieved, 13 of which are included in the present review. All the studies focused on the usability, acceptability, and feasibility of technology-based interventions aimed at psychological symptoms, with no studies targeting cognitive functioning. Technology-based interventions offer feelings of safety, fun, and satisfaction, and they also have the potential to improve CKD patients’ health outcomes regarding their psychological well-being. The diverseness of technologies allows an approximation towards the identification of those types of technologies most frequently used, as well as the symptoms targeted. There was considerable heterogeneity in the types of technologies used for interventions in so few studies, making it difficult to draw conclusive findings with regard to their efficiency. In order to adequately assess the technology-based health interventions effect, future lines of research should consider designing non-pharmacological treatments for the improvement of cognitive and psychological symptoms in this type of patient.

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Addressing Cognitive Function and Psychological Well-Being in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review on the Use of Technology-Based Interventions

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Redolat

Gil-Gómez

et al. 2023

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“…To better capture any benefits of HA, particularly when PwD with communication difficulties are concerned, the inclusion of observational tools or devices to detect psychological and behavioral symptoms (e.g., Tobón Vallejo and El Saddik, 2020 ; Ardelean and Redolat, 2023 ) should be considered. Follow-up assessments, which are rarely envisaged after psychosocial treatments for PwD ( Hewitt et al, 2013 ; Masuya and Ota, 2014 ; Carbone et al, 2021 ), also warrant attention.…”

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Effects of an outdoor horticultural activities program on cognitive and behavioral functioning, mood, and perceived quality of life in people with dementia: a pilot study

Borella,

Melendugno,

Meneghetti

et al. 2023

Front. Psychol.

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IntroductionOne of various non-pharmacological treatments for people with dementia (PwD) is horticultural therapy. The aim of this double-blind, pre- and post-test, pilot study was to examine the effects of horticultural activities (HA) for PwD at a residential and daytime care facility. Whether combining HA with elements drawn from other psychosocial interventions (cognitive stimulation) would maximize any benefits was also newly examined.Materials and methodsTwenty-four PwD were involved either in HA, alone (TG1, N = 7) or combined with some cognitive stimulation (TG2, N = 8), or in indoor treatment-as-usual activities (CG, N = 9). Benefits were assessed in terms of general cognitive functioning (for participants with mild-to-moderate dementia), mood, behavioral and psychological symptoms, and quality of life.ResultsNo differences emerged between TG1 and TG2 in any outcome measure, so the two groups were combined (N = 15). Compared with the CG, the TG involved in HA exhibited less frequent and severe behavioral and psychological symptoms and an improved mood after the intervention. Caregivers also reported less distress in the TG after the intervention than in the CG. Considering only PwD with mild-to-moderate dementia, the TG also showed benefits in a measure of general cognitive functioning, and self-reported quality of life, compared with the CG.DiscussionOur results further confirm that engaging PwD in participatory HA in contact with natural elements can decrease their dementia symptoms and their caregivers’ distress, but also increase PwD’s quality of life. Our findings also suggest the need to consider dementia severity when assessing the benefits of horticultural therapy.

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“…Over one billion people, constituting 13% of the global population, grapple with mental disorders, defined by the World Health Organization as “clinically significant disturbances in cognition, emotional regulation, or behavior” (World Health Organization [WHO], 2022). 1 Contributory factors include rapid population aging and social stressors, driving an escalation in these conditions (Ardelean & Redolat, 2023; Chun et al, 2023; Morrison et al, 2022).…”

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Mental Health on the Go: Navigating Travel and Travel Eligibility

Hu,

Wen,

Lim

et al. 2023

Journal of Travel Research

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The 21st century has seen tourists from various source markets significantly impacted by non-communicable diseases, including mental disorders. Yet, research and practice frequently overlook tourists with mental disorders. Building on Buckley’s discussion in the Journal of Travel Research about tourism and mental health, this study examines the travel eligibility of tourists diagnosed with four prevalent mental disorders: major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), schizophrenia, and dementia. We present preliminary recommendations for accommodating these tourists and highlight the urgent need for collaborative efforts between stakeholders in tourism, hospitality, and medicine.

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Supporting Behavioral and Psychological Challenges in Alzheimer Using Technology: A Systematic Review

Cited by 10 publications

References 88 publications

Addressing Cognitive Function and Psychological Well-Being in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review on the Use of Technology-Based Interventions

Addressing Cognitive Function and Psychological Well-Being in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review on the Use of Technology-Based Interventions

Effects of an outdoor horticultural activities program on cognitive and behavioral functioning, mood, and perceived quality of life in people with dementia: a pilot study

Mental Health on the Go: Navigating Travel and Travel Eligibility

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