ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2023
Self-Reported Beneficial Effects of Chinese Calligraphy Handwriting Training for Individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment: An Exploratory Study.
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- Writing as cognitive rehabilitation in MCI and dementia: a systematic review of therapeutic benefits and applications.Frontiers in neurology · 2025Pooled it
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- Understanding the association of calligraphy activities with flow experience, peace of mind, and self-focused attention among university students.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
- Chinese calligraphy as cultural mediation: a cultural-historical activity theory perspective on therapeutic practice for neuropsychiatric symptoms.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2025Article
- Associations between Japanese calligraphy practice and sleep quality in community-dwelling older adults: A cross-sectional Study.Sleep medicine: X · 2024Article
- The association of calligraphy activities with peace of mind, stress self-management, and perceived health status in older adults.Frontiers in psychology · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundDementia is a common disease in aging populations. The treatment has mainly focused on memory decline prevention and behavior control. Nonpharmacological treatments, such as cognition training, physical exercise, and music therapy have been effective in slowing memory decline. Chinese calligraphy handwriting (CCH) through breath regulation and fine hand control involves high concentration levels, emotion regulation, and self-awareness. CCH is a mind and body activity that is culturally relevant to older Chinese adults. This study evaluated the beneficial effects of CCH on mild cognitive impairment.
methodsIn 2018, we conducted 8 weeks of CCH training at the Tri-Service General Hospital. The participants were asked to copy a regular script. At the end of the course, they gave oral presentations and showed their work. Self-report questionnaires on emotion, memory, upper limb coordination, attention, and language were collected before and after training.
resultsThe five questionnaires showed significantly positive feelings after CCH training. The conditions of emotional stability, concentration, hand movement, memory, and speech improved.
conclusionsCCH training stimulated the brain and improved cognition, psychological symptoms, and hand stability. It is inexpensive and worthwhile for elderly Chinese individuals with mild cognitive impairment to take time daily to practice calligraphy.
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