Doll therapy in people with dementia

Abstract

Introduction: Dementia affects millions of people around the world and the number is expected to continue to increase as the population ages. Doll therapy is an emerging non-pharmacological management strategy for patients with advanced dementia, especially in patients with challenging behaviors. Objective: Describe the benefits of Doll therapy in people with dementia. Methodology: This review used the PRISMA statement. The searches were conducted in the databases: Scopus, Cochrane, PubMed, and Web of Science. Results: In this article, 9 published studies (cohort and observational studies) were identified and discussed. In most cases, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional symptoms were alleviated, and overall well-being improved with doll therapy, and it was found that dementia patients were better able to relate to their external environment. Conclusion: Despite the relative paucity of empirical data and sixteen ethical concerns, we are of the opinion that doll therapy is effective for dementia care and is well aligned with the spirit of person-centered care and should be applied in treatment. of patients with dementia. General Study Area: Medicine. Specific area of ​​study: health and well-being. Study type: Original articles.