ArticleCanadian geriatrics journal : CGJ2021
Psychotherapeutic Interventions for Dementia: a Systematic Review.
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- Talking therapies for anxiety and depression in people affected by dementia: A scoping meta-review.Psychology and psychotherapy · 2026Article
- A Model for Implementing Psychotherapy for Individuals With Cognitive Impairments.Clinical gerontologist · 2026Article
- Dementia Diagnosis Unawareness and Caregiver Burden in a Multi-ethnic Cohort.Journal of general internal medicine · 2025Observational
- Psychotherapy Engagement Before and After a Rapid Transition to Telehealth During COVID-19 for Older Adults With Dementia.Journal of applied gerontology : the official journal of the Southern Gerontological Society · 2025Article
- Effectiveness of Problem-Solving Therapy in Improving Patient Mental Health, Function, Quality of Life, and Mortality Post-Stroke: A Systematic Review.Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- Post-diagnostic support for persons with young-onset dementia - a retrospective analysis based on data from the Swedish dementia registry SveDem.BMC health services research · 2024Article
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Abstract
BACKGROUND AND
objectivesWhile a range of psychotherapeutic interventions is available to support individuals with dementia, comprehensive reviews of interventions are limited, particularly with regard to outcomes related to adjustment and acceptance. The current review assesses studies that evaluated the impact of various forms of psychotherapeutic interventions on acceptance and adjustment to changing life circumstances for older adults with cognitive impairment. RESEARCH DESIGN AND
methodsA systematic search of PubMed, PsycINFO, and CINAHL databases was conducted, restricted to articles published in English within the last 16 years (from 2003 to 2019). Twenty-four articles were identified that examined the effects of psychotherapeutic interventions on outcomes related to acceptance and adjustment which included internalizing symptoms, quality of life, self-esteem, and well-being. Fifteen studies examined interventions targeted towards individuals with cognitive impairment, while nine studies also targeted their caregivers.
resultsInterventions that impacted outcomes related to acceptance and adjustment (e.g., adaptation, depressive symptoms, helplessness, self-esteem, and quality of life) varied in their theoretical approach, which incorporated elements of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), problem-solving therapy, psychotherapy, reminiscence therapy, interpersonal therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and meaning-based, compassion-focused therapy. Among all interventions, reductions in depression were the most commonly reported treatment outcome particularly among interventions that incorporated problem-focused and meaning-based therapies. Mixed findings were reported with regard to outcomes related to helplessness, quality of life, self-esteem, and life satisfaction indices for individuals with cognitive impairment. DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS: There is some support for the effectiveness of psychotherapeutic interventions on improving acceptance and adjustment in older adults with cognitive impairment, particularly with regard to reducing depressive symptoms.
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