SynthesisThe Gerontologist2024
The Effectiveness and Characteristics of Communication Partner Training Programs for Families of People With Dementia: A Systematic Review.
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- Understanding the impact of dementia on spousal relationships: A qualitative study with female spousal carers of people living with dementia.Dementia (London, England) · 2025Article
- Pragmatic questionnaire-based evaluation of auditory function in individuals with major neurocognitive disorders and hearing loss in diverse contexts.Frontiers in aging neuroscience · 2025Article
- Care Partner Confidence and Experiences in Legal Planning for People Living With Dementia: A Mixed-Methods Study.The Gerontologist · 2024Article
- Rehabilitation Services for Young-Onset Dementia: Examples from High- and Low-Middle-Income Countries.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2024Review
- Investigating Communication Support Strategies as 'Micro-Interventions': A Conceptual-Methodological Framework Applying Realist Evaluation and Relevance Theory.International journal of language & communication disordersArticle
- Communication partner training for aged-care workers: A scoping review.International journal of language & communication disordersArticle
- Better Conversations Communication Partner Training for Progressive and Non-Progressive Aphasia: What Can We Learn From Intensive Conversation Groups?International journal of language & communication disordersArticle
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Abstract
BACKGROUND AND
objectivesCommunication partner training (CPT) is essential in dementia care. Despite families being the largest group of community carers, previous reviews primarily focused on formal carers. This study aimed to understand the characteristics and effectiveness of CPT for families of people with dementia. RESEARCH DESIGN AND
methodsThe systematic review included intervention/protocol studies on dementia CPT for families, excluding formal carers and programs not focused on communication. CINAHL, PsycINFO, SpeechBITE, Medline, SCOPUS, and Embase were searched between November 30 and December 6, 2021. After deduplication, 3,172 records were screened. Quality assessment used JBI Critical Appraisal tools and the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Data synthesis utilized three reporting tools, the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health, and content analysis.
resultsOf 30 studies (27 programs), there were 10 quasi-experimental, 5 RCTs, 4 mixed methods, 4 case studies, 4 qualitative, and 2 protocols. Studies were published between 1998 and 2021 and included 671 family members. Characteristics varied with 7/27 programs including consumers during creation and one program including telehealth. One study included all reporting tool criteria. Programs typically used 4 intervention functions, with 12/27 programs addressing 3 behavior change areas. 33/74 outcome measures targeted the "Environment" of the person with dementia. Studies showed positive improvements in communication skills and knowledge, with mixed results on behavior/psychosocial outcomes. Qualitative results identified improvements in conversation and attitudes. DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS: CPT for families improves communication outcomes, however, quality of studies varied significantly. Future research should address gaps in telehealth, consumer involvement, and intervention descriptions.
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