Pilot testing a couples-focused intervention for mild cognitive impairment

The purpose of this pilot was to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, and potential benefits of the multicomponent, Daily Enhancement of Meaningful Activity (DEMA) intervention, which was tailored to help couples facing mild cognitive impairment (MCI) work together to meet goals, remain engaged...

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Published inJournal of gerontological nursing Vol. 39; no. 5; pp. 16 - 23
Main Authors Lu, Yvonne Yueh-Feng, Haase, Joan E, Weaver, Michael
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States SLACK INCORPORATED 01.05.2013
Subjects
Activities of Daily Living
Aged
Cognition & reasoning
Cognition Disorders - therapy
Couples
Couples Therapy
Feasibility Studies
Female
Humans
Intervention
Longitudinal Studies
Male
Patient Satisfaction
Pilot Projects
United States > US
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Summary:The purpose of this pilot was to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, and potential benefits of the multicomponent, Daily Enhancement of Meaningful Activity (DEMA) intervention, which was tailored to help couples facing mild cognitive impairment (MCI) work together to meet goals, remain engaged in meaningful activities, and adapt to changes over time. Using a single-group design, 10 individuals with MCI and their family caregivers were recruited to participate in the DEMA intervention over 6 biweekly sessions. Data were collected pre-and at 1 week and 3 months postintervention completion rates indicated the program and study procedures were well accepted. Qualitative and quantitative finding indicated positive trends in meaningful activity performance and maintenance of health-related outcomes, as well as high program satisfaction. The DEMA intervention is potentially promising but needs further testing in a randomized clinical trial.
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ISSN:0098-9134
1938-243X
DOI:10.3928/00989134-20130403-01