Methods to Enhance Verbal Communication Between Individuals With Alzheimer’s Disease and Their Formal and Informal Caregivers: A Systematic Review
International Journal of Alzheimer's Disease
Egan, M., Berube, D., et al. (2010).
International Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, 2010(Article ID 906818), 1-12.
This systematic review investigates the interventions that attempt to improve communication between individuals with Alzheimer’s dementia and their caregivers.
Toronto Rehabilitation Institute (Canada)
Up to July 2006 and then updated in June 2009
Experimental design studies
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<div>Memory aids with caregiver training are recommended (Level B Evidence). "This rating is supported by results from two randomized controlled trials from which there were mixed results" (p. 5).</div>
<div>There was no firm support for intensive caregiver training (Level C Evidence).</div>
