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Articles by: Mihailidis, Alex

Quantitative analysis of formal caregivers’ use of communication strategies while assisting individuals with moderate and severe Alzheimer’s disease during oral care

This cross-sectional observational study examined formal caregivers’ use of task-focused and social communication strategies while assisting individuals with moderate and severe Alzheimer’s disease residing in a long-term care facility during a basic activity of daily living: toothbrushing. Thirteen formal caregiver–resident dyads were observed during a total of 78 separate toothbrushing sessions. All caregiver utterances occurring […]

Engaging older adults with dementia in creative occupations using artificially intelligent assistive technology

Engagement in creative occupations has been shown to promote well-being for older adults with dementia. Providing access to such occupations is often difficult, as successful participation requires face-time with a person who is knowledgeable in facilitating engagement as well as access to any required resources, such as an arts studio. In response, a computer-based device, […]

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