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Wandering: a proposed definition

Journal of Gerontological Nursing

|September 1, 1995

Summary

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Wandering behavior in individuals can be classified as continuous or sporadic. Interventions should be tailored, focusing on environmental changes for continuous wanderers and activities for sporadic ones.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Behavioral Science

Background:

Wandering behavior is a common challenge in individuals with cognitive impairments.
Understanding the nuances of wandering is crucial for effective care strategies.

Observation:

Two distinct typologies of wandering behavior, "continuous" and "sporadic," emerge when time-in-motion is the primary criterion.
Continuous wanderers exhibit prolonged periods of movement, while sporadic wanderers engage in more intermittent bouts of motion.

Findings:

"Continuous wanderers" benefit most from environmental modifications aimed at safety and orientation.
"Sporadic wanderers" respond better to structured activities and direct verbal communication techniques.

Implications:

Caregiver interventions must be individualized based on the specific type of wandering behavior observed.

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Further empirical research is recommended to explore the varying needs of individuals based on their percentage of time spent in motion.