Effectiveness of dance to improve mood in older adults with dementia: A review of evidence
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Camila Medina, SN (1); Maria C. McLain, SN (2); Crystal G. Bennett, PhD, RN (2); Hillary Fox, MS (3) - (1) UWF, Pensacola, FL, USA; (2) School of Nursing, Usha Kundu MD College of Health, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, USA; (3) UWF Library, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, USA
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- University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, USA
To appraise and synthesize evidence on dance therapy to improve mood and reduce agitation in persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRD). The research yielded 9 relevant articles that met inclusion criteria. This review has found some evidence to support dance as a nonpharmacologic intervention to reduce agitation.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | None: Event Material, Invited Presentation |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | Literature Review |
| Research Approach | Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice |
| Keywords | Dance Therapy; Alzheimer's Disease; Agitation; Older Adults |
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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