Evaluation of the effects of cognitive stimulation therapy on cognitive status and apathy in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A randomized controlled trial.
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This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of cognitive stimulation therapy on cognitive status and apathy in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. It is a randomized controlled experimental study. The research was conducted in a care center located in a province in Turkey between October 30, 2023, and December 25, 2023. A total of 62 individuals, including 31 in the intervention group and 31 in the control group, were included in the study, forming the research sample. The data for the study were collected using the "Personal Information Form," the "Standardized Mini-Mental Test (SMMSE)," and the " Apathy Rating Scale (ARS)." Cognitive Stimulation Therapy was administered twice a week for a total of 14 sessions in the form of group therapy. Following the implementation of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, a comparison between the intervention and control groups revealed significant differences in post-test outcomes. The Standardized Mini-Mental State Examination (SMMSE) post-test scores averaged 24.3 ± 1.3 in the intervention group, whereas the control group recorded a lower mean score of 19.6 ± 1.5. Similarly, in the Alzheimer's Disease Assessment Scale-Cognitive Subscale (ARS), the intervention group achieved a mean score of 47.5 ± 3.5, compared to 36.2 ± 3.0 in the control group. It was determined that the mean scores of individuals in the intervention group increased significantly (p < 0.001). Cognitive Stimulation Therapy has been found to be effective in improving cognitive functions and reducing apathy levels in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Therefore, it is recommended that psychiatric nurses providing care for geriatric individuals implement Cognitive Stimulation Therapy.
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pplied Neuropsychology-Adult publishes clinical neuropsychological articles concerning assessment, brain functioning and neuroimaging, neuropsychological treatment, and rehabilitation in adults. Full-length articles and brief communications are included. Case studies of adult patients carefully assessing the nature, course, or treatment of clinical neuropsychological dysfunctions in the context of scientific literature, are suitable. Review manuscripts addressing critical issues are encouraged. Preference is given to papers of clinical relevance to others in the field. All submitted manuscripts are subject to initial appraisal by the Editor-in-Chief, and, if found suitable for further considerations are peer reviewed by independent, anonymous expert referees. All peer review is single-blind and submission is online via ScholarOne Manuscripts.
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