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[Training program in strategies to improve memory].

M L Delgado-Losada1

  • 1Olderís People Home "La Paloma", Madrid, España. sguinea@uajen.es

Revista De Neurologia
|October 6, 2001
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This memory improvement program for older adults effectively enhances cognitive function and maintains gains six months post-training. The program also reduces anxiety and depression levels in participants.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • High prevalence of memory complaints among older adults necessitates interventions.
  • Age-related memory decline impacts quality of life for a growing elderly population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of a structured training program designed to improve memory in older adults.
  • To assess the long-term maintenance of memory improvement and its effects on emotional well-being.

Main Methods:

  • A nine-session (90-minute each) training program focusing on memory strategies like association and visualization.
  • Pre- and post-training assessments using memory-related tests, with a follow-up evaluation six months later.
  • Inclusion of monitoring sessions and program evaluation for resource and satisfaction assessment.

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Main Results:

  • Significant improvements in memory function were observed immediately after the training program.
  • Memory enhancements were sustained at the six-month follow-up evaluation.
  • Participants demonstrated reduced levels of anxiety and depression post-training.

Conclusions:

  • The Training Program in Strategies to Improve Memory is effective in enhancing cognitive function in older adults.
  • The program offers sustained benefits and positively impacts emotional health, improving overall quality of life.