Abstract
A single-subject, alternating treatment design was used to compare the effects of an aquatic versus land-based activity intervention on the behaviors of participants with memory impairment or dementia. Nineteen intervention days were implemented over a duration of 60 days. Results of this preliminary investigation suggest that there is no difference in participant behavior, mood, or orientation when engaged in land-based versus aquatic based activity. The investigators recommend the use of aquatics for individuals with dementia, especially for those individuals with a history of swimming, owning a pool, or living near a lake.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 292-304 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Activities, Adaptation and Aging |
Volume | 42 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 2 2018 |
Keywords
- aquatics
- dementia
- memory impairments
- swimming