Evidence-Based Practice Recommendations for Working with Individuals with Dementia: Simulated Presence Therapy
Journal of Medical Speech-Language Pathology
Bayles, K. A., Kim, E., et al. (2006).
Journal of Medical Speech-Language Pathology, 14(3), xiii-xxi.
This literature review investigates the effecgts of simulated presence (SimPres) therapy on communication in individuals with dementia of the Alzheimer's type (DAT). This review is part of a series of reports from the Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Science specific to the assessment and management of individuals with dementia.
Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences; American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; Department of Veterans Affairs
1966-2002
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Results from a limited number of studies suggest that individuals with moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer's type (DAT) may benefit from SimPres therapy. "SimPres appears most effective for individuals who have retained communication skills" (p. xix). Future research is warranted to determine the effect of SimPres to improve conversation skills.
