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Cognitive-Linguistic Interventions for Persons With Dementia: A Practitioner's Guide to 3 Evidence-Based Techniques
Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation (2011)
  • Nidhi Mahendra, San Jose State University
  • Amanda Scullion, California State University, East Bay
  • Cassandra Hamerschlag, California State University, East Bay
Abstract
The purpose of this article is to present practitioners with current empirical evidence on 3 nonpharmacological, cognitive-linguistic interventions for persons with dementia. We begin with a brief review of cognitive-communicative functioning in Alzheimer disease, followed by presenting rationale for conducting comprehensive assessments and systematic interventions for persons with dementia. We then review recently published evidence and new empirical data on the treatment outcomes of 3 contemporary intervention approaches—spaced retrieval training, use of memory books and wallets, and Montessori-based interventions. These interventions were selected on the basis of high quality, replicable evidence of positive treatment outcomes, interdisciplinary appeal, and potential for optimizing functioning and quality of life of persons with dementia and their caregivers.
Keywords
  • Alzheimer disease,
  • cognitive impairment,
  • cognitive-linguistic training,
  • Montessori
Publication Date
2011
DOI
10.1097/TGR.0b013e31821e5945
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Citation Information
Nidhi Mahendra, Amanda Scullion and Cassandra Hamerschlag. "Cognitive-Linguistic Interventions for Persons With Dementia: A Practitioner's Guide to 3 Evidence-Based Techniques" Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation Vol. 27 Iss. 4 (2011) p. 278 - 288 ISSN: 0882-7524
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/nidhi-mahendra/11/