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Effectiveness of cognitive training for Chinese elderly in Hong Kong
Kwok, Timothy,
Wong,,
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Lam, Ko Chuen,
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Ho, Florence
In Hong Kong, the evidence for cognitive-training programs in fighting against memory complaints is lacking. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Active Mind cognitive-training program in improving the cognitive function and quality of life (QoL) for local community-dwelling Chinese older adults. A total of 200 subjects were recruited from 20 different district […]
A home-based training program improves Taiwanese family caregivers’ quality of life and decreases their risk for depression: a randomized controlled trial
Kuo, Li-Min,
Huang, Huei-Ling,
Huang, Hsiu-Li,
Liang, Jersey,
Chiu, Yi-Chen,
Chen, Sien-Tsong,
Kwok, Yam-Ting,
Hsu, Wen-Chuin,
Shyu, Yea-Ing L.
Objectives: Little is known about the longitudinal effects of training programs on family caregivers’ health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and depressive symptoms over time. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a home-based caregiver training program on HRQoL and depressive symptoms for family caregivers of older persons with dementia.; Methods: […]
Cost effectiveness of a manual based coping strategy programme in promoting the mental health of family carers of people with dementia (the START (STrAtegies for RelaTives) study): a pragmatic randomised controlled trial
Knapp, M.,
King, D.,
Romeo, R.,
Schehl, B.,
Barber, J.,
Griffin, M.,
Rapaport, P.,
Livingston, D.,
Mummery, C.,
Walker, Z.,
Hoe, J.,
Sampson, E. L.,
Cooper, C.,
Livingston, G.
Objective: To assess whether the START (STrAtegies for RelatTives) intervention added to treatment as usual is cost effective compared with usual treatment alone.; Design: Cost effectiveness analysis nested within a pragmatic randomised controlled trial.; Setting: Three mental health and one neurological outpatient dementia service in London and Essex, UK.; Participants: Family carers of people with […]
Mediterranean diet and cognitive function: a French study
Kesse-Guyot, E.,
Andreeva, V. A.,
Lassale, C.,
Ferry, M.,
Jeandel, C.,
Hercberg, S.,
Galan, P.
Background: Evidence on the association between Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) adherence and cognition is presently inconsistent.; Objectives: The aims of this study were to investigate the association between midlife MedDiet adherence and cognitive performance assessed 13 y later among participants in the SU.VI.MAX (Supplementation with Vitamins and Mineral Antioxidants) study and to test the hypothesis of […]
Does a family meetings intervention prevent depression and anxiety in family caregivers of dementia patients? A randomized trial
Joling, Karlijn J,
van Marwijk, Harm W.J.,
Smit, Filip,
van der Horst, Henriëtte E,
Scheltens, Philip,
van de Ven, Peter M.,
Mittelman, Mary S.,
van Hout, Hein P.J.
Background: Family caregivers of dementia patients are at increased risk of developing depression or anxiety. A multi-component program designed to mobilize support of family networks demonstrated effectiveness in decreasing depressive symptoms in caregivers. However, the impact of an intervention consisting solely of family meetings on depression and anxiety has not yet been evaluated. This study […]
The cost-effectiveness of a family meetings intervention to prevent depression and anxiety in family caregivers of patients with dementia: a randomized trial
Joling, Karlijn J,
Bosmans, Judith E,
van Marwijk, Harm WJ,
van der Horst, Henriëtte E,
Scheltens, Philip,
Vroomen, Janet L,
van Hout, Hein PJ
Background: Dementia imposes a heavy burden on health and social care systems as well as on family caregivers who provide a substantial portion of the care. Interventions that effectively support caregivers may prevent or delay patient institutionalization and hence be cost-effective. However, evidence about the cost-effectiveness of such interventions is scarce. The aim of this […]