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[The effect of memory stimulation practices as a therapeutic method on healthy elders]
Juliana Nery de Souza1, Eliane Corrêa Chaves
1Graduação de Enfermagem da Escola de Enfermagem da USP. juli3@bol.com.br
Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|May 25, 2005
Summary
Memory stimulation workshops significantly improved cognitive performance in elders, as measured by the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE). Socio-demographic factors did not show a significant association with these cognitive improvements.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Neuroscience
Context:
- Elderly individuals frequently report concerns about memory decline.
- Cognitive function is crucial for maintaining independence and quality of life in older adults.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the impact of a memory stimulation workshop on cognitive performance in older adults.
- To explore the relationship between socio-demographic variables and cognitive performance changes.
Summary:
- The study involved 46 elders without dementia who completed the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) before and after a memory workshop.
- A statistically significant improvement in MMSE scores was observed post-workshop.
- No significant association was found between cognitive performance improvements and socio-demographic variables.
Impact:
- Memory stimulation interventions can enhance cognitive function in the elderly population.
- Findings suggest that memory workshops are a viable tool for cognitive health promotion in aging.
- Highlights the need for further research into factors influencing cognitive performance in diverse elderly groups.