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ArticleBrain sciences2026

Applying Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) on People with Concurrent Visual Impairment and Dementia: A Preliminary Study.

Hiu Tung Tsang, Chun Lam Luk, Yee Lam Lo, Armstrong Tat San Chiu, Ben Chi Bun Yip, Winsy Wing Sze Wong

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Hiu Tung TsangAcademic Unit of Human Communication, Learning, and Development, Faculty of Education, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Chun Lam LukAcademic Unit of Human Communication, Learning, and Development, Faculty of Education, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Yee Lam LoDepartment of Language Science and Technology, Faculty of Humanities, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Armstrong Tat San ChiuThe Hong Kong Society for the Blind, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID 0000-0002-3805-2880
Ben Chi Bun YipSchool of Health and Medical Sciences, Tung Wah College, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID 0009-0007-6768-0003
Winsy Wing Sze WongDepartment of Language Science and Technology, Faculty of Humanities, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong SAR, China.

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objectivesThis pilot study explored the applicability and preliminary clinical outcomes of cognitive stimulation therapy (CST), an evidence-based cognitive intervention for people with mild and moderate dementia, in elderly individuals with concurrent dementia and visual impairment.

methodsSeven participants received 14 group CST sessions. Their cognitive and language functions were measured and compared pre-/post-therapy.

resultsThe treatment adherence was satisfactory. Significant improvements in various cognitive domains and language measures were observed after therapy.

conclusionsThe findings suggest that CST can be applied to visually impaired individuals with dementia with seemingly positive outcomes in various cognitive domains. Further studies with a larger sample with an emphasis on multisensory stimulation to facilitate therapy delivery are warranted.

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cognitioncognitive interventioncognitive stimulation therapydementiafunctional communicationlanguagevisual impairment

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PMCPMC12938302

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