Quality of Life in Dementia Sufferers: The Role of Diet and Exercise

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 400-407 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pasquale Ricci ◽  
Francesco Massoni ◽  
Lidia Ricci ◽  
Emanuela Onofri ◽  
Giuseppe Donato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mini Mental State Examination ◽  
Objective Evaluation ◽  
Anthropometric Data ◽  
People With Dementia ◽  
Diet And Exercise ◽  
State Examination

Background: Among the myriad of factors modulating quality of life assessments estimated in patients presenting a variety of cognitive impairments, the distinctive and critical influence of diet and exercise cannot be overestimated. Objective: The objective of this study was to review the evidence to confirm the association between these health-endowering agents and cognitive performance in People With Dementia as well as providing a correlation between Mini Mental State Examination scores and available anthropometric data. Methods: The authors tested the hypothesized correlation on a sample of subjects with instrumentally confirmed cognitive impairment using parameters as Body Mass Index and calf circumference. Results: The results confirm the hypothesis and suggesting the possible use of anthropometric data in the process of objective evaluation of the patient with cognitive impairment that could also be used for forensic medicine.

scholarly journals The role of animal-assisted therapy in the management of people with dementia: a systematic literature review

BJPsych Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (S1) ◽  
pp. S276-S276
Author(s):  
Syed Nabeel Javaid
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Randomised Controlled Trials ◽  
Animal Assisted Therapy ◽  
Controlled Trials ◽  
People With Dementia ◽  
Randomised Controlled

AimsThe aim of this systematic literature review was to determine the evidence-based effectiveness of animal assisted interventions and to look at the factors that limit implementation of this intervention.BackgroundDementia is a major health issue worldwide impacting not only on the people diagnosed with dementia, but also on their families and caregivers, and the healthcare professionals. The symptoms of dementia include cognitive impairment that can range from mild to severe, and behavioural and psychological symptoms which have debilitating effects on functional capacity and quality of life. A number of non-pharmacological interventions are being developed to help people with dementia. Animal assisted therapy is one of those interventions that has demonstrated positive effects on various aspects of dementia (Filan and Llewellyn-Jones, 2006). However, there are limitations to its use and feasibility of animal assisted therapy programmes is unclear.MethodOnly randomised-controlled trials (RCTs) were to be included to evaluate high quality evidence. A systematic literature search was carried out to find using the PubMed and Cochrane databases and a search of the NICE website. Literature was screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Eight randomised-controlled trials were selected to be used in this systematic review to assess the effectiveness of animal-assisted therapy.ResultThe results regarding the effectiveness of animal assisted therapy were variable. There was some improvement demonstrated in symptoms of depression, agitation, behaviour and cognitive impairment. Quality of life and activities of daily living also demonstrated positive outcomes. There was a reduction in the risk of falls in people with dementia. However, the studies conducted demonstrated limited methodologies. The factors limiting the use of animal assisted therapy were found to be concerns around adverse events to animals, issues of animal welfare and economic feasibility of animal assisted therapy programmes.ConclusionFurther research needs to be done using properly conducted randomised controlled trials with larger sample sizes to formally assess people's perceptions regarding therapy animals and develop clear guidelines and protocols for integrating these interventions in healthcare.

scholarly journals Measurement of overall quality of life in nursing homes through self-report: the role of cognitive impairment

2007 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 1029-1037 ◽  
Author(s):  
Debby Lydia Gerritsen ◽  
Nardi Steverink ◽  
Marcel E. Ooms ◽  
Henrica C. W. de Vet ◽  
Miel W. Ribbe
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Self Report

Educational level differences on the Mini-Mental State: the role of test bias

1988 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 727-731 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. F. Jorm ◽  
R. Scott ◽  
A. S. Henderson ◽  
D. W. K. Kay
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Mental State ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Mini Mental State Examination ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Test Bias ◽  
Level Difference ◽  
State Examination

SynopsisLess educated elderly people are commonly found to perform more poorly on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). This educational level difference has been attributed by some research workers to test bias. To assess whether the MMSE is biased against the poorly educated, its validity was assessed separately in the more- and less-educated members of a community sample. No evidence was found to indicate that the test is a biased measure of cognitive impairment.

Quality of life in older Belgian people: comparison between people with dementia, mild cognitive impairment, and controls

2008 ◽  
Vol 23 (11) ◽  
pp. 1103-1109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pierre Missotten ◽  
Gilles Squelard ◽  
Michel Ylieff ◽  
David Di Notte ◽  
Louis Paquay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
People With Dementia

scholarly journals Untreated Depressive Symptoms Significantly Worsen Quality of Life of the Elderly and may Lead to the Misdiagnosis of Dementia: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Viktor Voros ◽  
Sandor Fekete ◽  
Tamas Tenyi ◽  
Zoltan Rihmer ◽  
Ilona Szili ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Depressive Disorders ◽  
Early Recognition ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Screening Tools ◽  
Adequate Treatment

Abstract Background: Several studies demonstrated the role of depressive mood and cognitive impairment in the background of elevated mortality and decreased Quality of Life (QoL) of the elderly.Methods: In the framework of the ICT4Life project self-administered questionnaires and clinical screening tools were used to assess QoL, depressive symptoms and cognitive functions of 60 elderly over the age of 65.Results: Males found to be depressed and cognitively declined more frequently; and had higher scores on the depression and lower on the QoL scales. Depressed elderly had lower cognitive levels and their QoL was significantly poorer than that of the non-depressed subjects. Depressive disorders were detected in a quarter of the elderly, and the majority of them did not receive adequate antidepressant medication.Conclusions: Close correlation between depression and cognitive impairment was confirmed, as well as the key role of depression in the background of QoL decline. Results also highlighted the problems of recognition and adequate treatment of depression and cognitive decline in elderly, which can be further complicated by the common symptoms of depressive pseudo-dementia. Early recognition of depressive symptoms is important not only to treat the underlying mood disorder, but also to improve QoL of the elderly.

Does Education Level-Out Expectable Everyday Technology Device Differences in Older Adults with and without Mild Cognitive Impairment?

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Schmidt
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Use Of Technology

Objectives: The competent use of technology is increasingly essential for quality of life in old age, hence autonomy, well-being, security, and participation. However, the potential of technology use for the large group of those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) being at risk for losing their independence needs more research. In this work, we concentrate on the role of education and examine whether its impact for technology performance differs among those with and without MCI.

Kognitif, lansia, Kualitas Hidup PENGARUH FUNGSI KOGNITIF TERHADAP KUALITAS HIDUP LANSIA DI POSYANDU LANSIA SRIKANDI KELURAHAN GADINGKASRI KECAMATAN KLOJEN MALANG

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 90-94
Author(s):  
Nanik Dwi Astutik
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mini Mental State Examination ◽  
World Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
World Health Organization Quality ◽  
Organization Quality ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
State Examination

Abstrak Proses aging yang dialami oleh lanisa akan membawa beberapa perubahan di beberapa aspek seperti fisik, psikososial dan kapasitas intelektual lansia dimana hal ini sangat berhubungan erat dengan perubahan fungsi kognitif pada lansia. Fungsi kognitif yang baik diperlukan agar lansia dapat meningkatkan kualitas hidupnya terutama optimalisasi status fungsional, keadaan umum, pemulihan produktivitas, kreativitas, dan perasaan bahagianya. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui pengaruh fungsi kognitif terhadap kualitas hidup lansia. Penelitian ini menggunakan cross sectional design dengan melibatkan 66 responden lansia. Alat ukur yang digunakan adalah menggunakan penilaian Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) dan World Health Organization Quality Of Life (WHOQOL) – Bref. Analisis data menggunakan Regresi Linier Sederhana. Hasil analisis menunjukkan nilai p=0.000 <0.05 sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa ada pengaruh fungsi kognitif lansia terhadap kualitas hidup lansia. Adanya pengaruh ini disebabkan karena fungsi kognitif mempengaruhi kemampuan lansia dalam melakukan aktifitas normal sehari- hari baik aktivitas fisik maupun aktivitas secara sosial .   Kata Kunci: Fungsi Kognitif, Kualitas Hidup, Lansia

scholarly journals Anxiety: a hidden element in dementia

2012 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vellingiri Raja Badrakalimuthu ◽  
Andrew F. Tarbuck
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Anxiety Disorders ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Therapeutic Options ◽  
Prevalence Rates ◽  
People With Dementia

SummaryAnxiety has reported prevalence rates between 38 and 72% among people with dementia. It has a negative impact on cognitive impairment and is associated with agitation and poor quality of life. The presence of excessive anxiety can be difficult to establish in people with dementia, especially when expressive or receptive speech is impaired. Unfortunately, there is a lack of research on the treatment of anxiety in dementia, and also on the wider issue of the management of anxiety disorders in old age. We explore the prevalence, presentation and diagnosis of anxiety in dementia and discuss the therapeutic options available.

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