Are We There Yet? Immersive Virtual Reality to Improve Cognitive Function in Dementia and Mild Cognitive Impairment
Gerontologist
Sayma, M., Tuijt, R., et al. (2020).
Gerontologist, 60(7), e502–e512.
This systematic review investigates the use of immersive virtual reality (IVR) to treat cognition in individuals with dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
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January 1, 2000-December 6, 2018
Published studies (not further specified)
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For individuals with dementia or MCI, three studies investigating the use of IVR reported mixed effects on cognitive abilities. Based on the limited research available, the authors "are unable to conclude whether the use of IVR for improving cognitive function in dementia, and MCI is effective" (p. e508). Further research on the efficacy of IVR to improve cognitive abilities in individuals with dementia and MCI is needed.
