The potential of digital storytelling technology for home-based dementia care in Brazil

Silva, Paula Fernanda Carlos da; Ferraz, Larissa Taveira; Frohlich, David M.; Gratão, Aline Cristina Martins; Chrysanthaki, Theopisti; Castro, Paula Costa

doi:10.4017/gt.2022.21.1.455.03

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“…In recent years attention has been given to word games to help overcome memory problems and word-finding difficulties. Tools to help communication have included photo albums, digital storybooks (Da Silva et al, 2022 ), and digital tablets (Samuelsson and Ekström, 2019 ). Digital devices that help to create reminiscence activities, such as music and photos, have encouraged conversations between people with dementia and their families (Dassa, 2018 ; Garlinghouse et al, 2018 ).…”

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Grand challenge of maintaining meaningful communication in dementia care

Moyle

2023

Front. Dement.

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Grand challenge of maintaining meaningful communication in dementia care

Moyle

2023

Front. Dement.

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Adaptation, testing, and use of the "iSupport for Dementia" program in different countries: a systematic review

Corrêa,

Gratão,

Oliveira

et al. 2024

Dement. neuropsychol.

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The World Health Organization developed the "iSupport for Dementia" program for family caregivers of people with dementia. Objective: To explore studies on adaptation, randomized clinical trial protocols, and preliminary results of iSupport by unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia in different countries. Methods: Systematic review. Results: Ten cultural adaptation studies, eight randomized clinical trial protocols, and two preliminary results were included. Adaptation studies showed adjustments in terminology, design, and additional resources. Clinical trial protocols included burden as the primary outcome, and baseline, three months of intervention, and follow-up after six months. Studies with preliminary results found positive effects on the mental health and well-being of caregivers after using the program. Conclusion: iSupport is an online program of the World Health Organization in response to dementia in implementation in different countries.

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Assessing and recovering Alzheimer’s disease: a comparative analysis of standard neuropsychological approaches and virtual reality interventions with the use of digital storytelling

Stasolla,

Di Gioia,

Messina

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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BackgroundAlzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common form of dementia, is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that predominantly affects the elderly population. Traditional assessment methods, including neuropsychological tests like the MMSE, have been the cornerstone of AD diagnosis for decades. These methods are grounded in a wealth of research and clinical experience, providing a robust framework for understanding the cognitive deficits of AD. The evolution of AD assessment and rehabilitation has recently been tackled with the introduction of Virtual Reality (VR) technologies.ObjectivesTo evaluate the use of storytelling and reminiscence therapy in virtual reality programs as a complementary and enhancing modality alongside standard assessment and rehabilitation for Alzheimer’s patients. To explore how regular interaction with VR narratives can slow cognitive decline or improve relevant features of cognitive functioning over the time. To propose a new assessment and rehabilitative tool based on the use of VR and digital storytelling.MethodA comparative analysis of Standard Neuropsychological Approaches and Virtual Reality Interventions in patients with Alzheimer disorder was carried out. A literature overview on the empirical studies between 2019 and 2024 was conducted.ResultsWe propose a new VR-based setup mediated by the use of storytelling for the assessment and recovery of AD.ConclusionThe employment of storytelling within VR programs for the assessment and rehabilitation of Alzheimer’s disease can positively impact both the cognitive and emotional realms of patients, with beneficial outcomes on caregivers’ and families’ burden. The successful implementation of this approach requires careful consideration of accessibility, data interpretation, and standard validation protocols.

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The potential of digital storytelling technology for home-based dementia care in Brazil

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Grand challenge of maintaining meaningful communication in dementia care

Grand challenge of maintaining meaningful communication in dementia care

Adaptation, testing, and use of the "iSupport for Dementia" program in different countries: a systematic review

Assessing and recovering Alzheimer’s disease: a comparative analysis of standard neuropsychological approaches and virtual reality interventions with the use of digital storytelling

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