[Non-pharmacological interventions]

Rev Esp Geriatr Gerontol. 2017 Jun:52 Suppl 1:44-46. doi: 10.1016/S0211-139X(18)30080-5.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Non-pharmacological therapies are currently one of the cornerstones of the prevention of the possible causes of cognitive impairment. Among other topics, the present article discusses the importance of identifying and working with elements such as a person's life history, interests, values, beliefs, and personal tastes and preferences and of combining them with techniques with proven effectiveness.

Keywords: Cognición; Cognition; Demencias; Dementia; Deterioro; Impairment; Intervención; Intervention; Terapias; Therapy.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Cognitive Dysfunction / therapy*
  • Humans