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Validation therapy for dementia.

Martin Neal1, Philip Barton Wright

  • 1Research and Development, Leeds Mental Health Trust, North Wing, St. Mary's House, St. Mary's Road, Leeds, UK, LS7 3JX.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
|August 15, 2003
PubMed
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Validation therapy, used for cognitive impairment, showed some benefits in behavior and depression in limited studies. However, insufficient evidence exists from randomized trials to confirm its overall effectiveness for dementia patients.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Psychiatry
  • Dementia Care Research

Background:

  • Validation therapy, developed by Naomi Feil, is an approach for individuals with cognitive impairments and dementia.
  • It is based on accepting the individual's reality and incorporates specific techniques.
  • Despite criticism regarding its evidence base, Feil advocates for its effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of validation therapy for individuals diagnosed with any type of dementia or cognitive impairment.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted.
  • Trials were identified from the Cochrane Dementia and Cognitive Improvement Group (CDCIG) Specialized Register up to January 2003.
  • Included RCTs underwent systematic quality assessment and risk of bias evaluation.

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Main Results:

  • Three RCTs involving 116 patients were included.
  • Data could not be pooled due to variations in treatment length, control groups, and outcome measures.
  • One study indicated validation therapy improved behavior compared to usual care; another suggested it reduced depression compared to social contact.

Conclusions:

  • There is insufficient evidence from randomized trials to conclude on the efficacy of validation therapy for people with dementia or cognitive impairment.