Journal Article

DZNE-2026-00407

http://join2-wiki.gsi.de/foswiki/pub/Main/Artwork/join2_logo100x88.png Non-pharmacological interventions in dementia care: what is being implemented.

Ross, S. D. (First author)DZNE* ; Ziegert, N.DZNE* ; Rodriguez, F. S. (Last author)DZNE*

2026
Cambridge University Press Cambridge

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Please use a persistent id in citations: doi:10.1192/bjb.2025.10120

Abstract: Non-pharmacological interventions (NPIs) are recognised for their potential in treating dementia symptoms. However, little is known about the extent of their use. In this study, we conducted structured interviews with people with dementia and their family caregivers (n = 50), professional caregivers (n = 42) and dementia care coordinators (n = 42) on the use of 14 NPIs.Cognitive stimulation/training, physical activity and occupational therapy were implemented by most participants, whereas neurofeedback, drama therapy and phototherapy were rarely used. Most NPIs were carried out weekly. People with dementia and their caregivers reported using significantly fewer NPIs than other participants (P < 0.001). Participants perceived effects for, on average, 90.3% (s.d. = 31.3%) of the NPIs that they used.Providing targeted support and funding might help to increase the use of NPIs by family caregivers as well as in institutional care settings.

Keyword(s): Dementias/neurodegenerative diseases ; old age psychiatry ; out-patient treatment ; psychiatric nursing ; psychosocial interventions

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Contributing Institute(s):

1. Psychosocial Epidemiology and Public Health (AG Rodriguez)

Research Program(s):

1. 353 - Clinical and Health Care Research (POF4-353) (POF4-353)

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