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Online peer support for people with dementia: a scoping review protocol
Esther Vera Loseto-Gerritzen1, Catherine Talbot2, Orii McDermott1
1Institute of Mental Health, Mental Health and Clinical Neurosciences, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom.
JBI Evidence Synthesis
|March 19, 2025
Summary
This scoping review explores online peer support for people with dementia, synthesizing available platforms and communication methods. It highlights the benefits of digital support for those with dementia, addressing a gap in current research.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Digital Health
- Neuroscience
Background:
- People with dementia utilize diverse online platforms, including social media and videoconferencing, for peer support.
- Online peer support offers benefits like overcoming geographical limitations and personalized communication choices.
- A comprehensive synthesis of existing online peer support opportunities for dementia is currently lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review of online peer support opportunities for individuals diagnosed with dementia.
- To identify and synthesize the range of digital platforms and methods used for peer support in dementia.
- To provide insights into the landscape of online peer support for the dementia community.
Main Methods:
- The review adheres to the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology for scoping reviews.
- A comprehensive search strategy across multiple databases, search engines, and organizational websites was employed.
- Data extraction and study selection were performed by two independent reviewers, with a third reviewer for consensus.
Main Results:
- The review identified various online platforms utilized for peer support among people with dementia.
- Key characteristics of online peer support platforms and their utilization were extracted.
- Findings will be presented through tables and a narrative summary to detail the available opportunities.
Conclusions:
- This review synthesizes the current landscape of online peer support for individuals with dementia.
- The findings will inform the development and accessibility of digital support networks for the dementia community.
- Understanding these platforms can enhance the quality of life and social connection for people living with dementia.
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