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Memory improvement in assisted living elders.

G J McDougall1

  • 1University of Texas at Austin, School of Nursing 78701, USA. gmcdougall@mail.nur.utexas.edu

Issues in Mental Health Nursing
|June 6, 2000
PubMed
Summary

This study improved memory self-efficacy in older adults using a cognitive enhancement program. While overall memory performance didn't change, specific prospective memory tasks showed significant gains.

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Area of Science:

  • Cognitive psychology
  • Gerontology
  • Behavioral science

Background:

  • Everyday memory decline is a concern for older adults.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Model of Everyday Memory (CBMEM) offers a framework for memory enhancement.
  • Assisted living facilities house a population susceptible to memory challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the
  • Memories, Memories, Can We Improve Ours?
  • cognitive enhancement program.
  • To improve everyday memory, memory self-efficacy, and meta-memory in older adults.
  • To assess changes in specific prospective memory tasks.

Main Methods:

  • A quasi-experimental design was employed.
  • An eight-session intervention program was delivered to older adults in an assisted living facility.
  • Pretest and posttest measures were used to assess memory-related outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Memory self-efficacy scores significantly increased post-intervention (M1 = 52.13 to M2 = 68.50).
  • No significant difference was found in total memory performance scores.
  • Significant improvements were observed in prospective memory tasks, including asking for appointments, belongings, and delivering messages.

Conclusions:

  • The cognitive enhancement program positively impacted memory self-efficacy in older adults.
  • Specific prospective memory functions can be improved through targeted interventions.
  • Further research may explore broader applications of CBMEM in geriatric populations.

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