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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation tDCS for Memory Enhancement
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Cognitive stimulation enhancing memory and mental function
Abdelrahman Albahttiti1, Nadithi Bodhiseela2, Mohammad Abdelnabi3
1Faculty of Medicine, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Tbilisi, Georgia.
Progress in Brain Research
|November 29, 2025
Summary
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) offers a non-drug approach to improve cognitive and emotional performance in dementia patients. This evidence-based therapy uses themed activities to boost memory, language, and attention, enhancing quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) is an evidence-based, non-pharmacological intervention for dementia.
- It evolved from reality orientation and social interaction models.
- CST utilizes themed activities to enhance cognitive and emotional well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the theoretical framework, session organization, and therapeutic methodologies of CST.
- To assess the efficacy of CST in patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), vascular dementia, and Parkinson's disease.
- To explore adaptations and implementation strategies for CST.
Main Methods:
- Review of theoretical frameworks and therapeutic methodologies of CST.
- Assessment of CST efficacy across different patient groups (MCI, vascular dementia, Parkinson's disease).
- Evaluation of contemporary adaptations (iCST, MCST, virtual delivery) and global implementation.
Main Results:
- CST effectively stimulates memory, language, and attention, improving engagement and quality of life.
- The study examines enduring efficacy, correlation with pharmacological treatments, and adaptations like iCST and MCST.
- Global implementation, cultural adaptations, and challenges in resource-limited settings are evaluated.
Conclusions:
- CST is a valuable non-drug treatment for dementia and related conditions.
- Integrating CST with pharmacological interventions and exercise shows synergistic benefits.
- Further research is needed for universal and sustainable global access to CST.
Keywords:
Alzheimer’s diseaseCognitive stimulationCognitive stimulation therapyDementiaNon-pharmacological interventionReality orientationMore Related Videos
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