A pilot study using “apps” as a novel strategy for the management of challenging behaviors seen in people living in residential care

Loi, Samantha M; Mazur, Angela; Huppert, David; Hoy, Bernadette; Swan, Jodie; Lautenschlager, Nicola T.

doi:10.1017/s1041610216002039

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“…Of interest was that staff reported improvements in the interactions between Betty and the residents, but their opinions regarding themselves and Betty did not. Similar results were found in a previous study that used touchscreen tablets (such as iPads) to engage residents in RCFs, where staff reported improvement in residents interacting with the tablets after completion of the study (Loi et al, 2017). Possibly, the RCF staff in this study were overwhelmed with their work (task-focused), which may lead to less engagement with the residents (Livingston et al, 2014).…”

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A pilot study exploring staff acceptability of a socially assistive robot in a residential care facility that accommodates people under 65 years old

Loi

Bennett

Pearce

et al. 2017

Int. Psychogeriatr.

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Socially assistive robots have successfully been trialed in residential care facilities (RCFs) for older adults. These robots may have potential for younger adults (i.e. under 65 years old) who also live in RCFs. However, it is important to investigate staff acceptability and ease-of-use of these robots. This pilot study used the Technology Acceptance Model to investigate how staff working in a specialized RCF for younger adults accept Betty, a socially assistive robot who was introduced in the facility for 12 weeks. Twenty-four staff completed pre-questionnaires, reporting that they thought Betty would have the ability to engage and entertain the residents they cared for. While there were only eight staff who completed the post-questionnaires, there were significant improvements compared to the pre-questionnaire results in areas such as residents enjoying the contact and activities. Impacting on ease-of use were technical difficulties. Although this study had limitations and could be improved by a better response rate and investigating the residents' acceptability of Betty, this study is one of the first to report that this novel technology may have much potential for engaging adults in RCFs.

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A pilot study exploring staff acceptability of a socially assistive robot in a residential care facility that accommodates people under 65 years old

Loi

Bennett

Pearce

et al. 2017

Int. Psychogeriatr.

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“…Finally, Loi et al. 24 studied the impact of using iPads to engage in personally meaningful occupations on challenging behaviour. A significant decrease in total scores on the Neuropsychiatric Inventory was reported between the intervention and usual care, with qualitative feedback from staff indicating surprise at how well the residents engaged with the iPads and the apps.…”

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Use of touchscreen tablet technology by people with dementia in homes: A scoping review

Hitch

Swan

Pattison

et al. 2017

Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineerin

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Background The aim of this scoping review was to identify the range, extent and nature of research around the use of touchscreen tablets by people with dementia in their home environment, particularly in regards to its use as a means of supporting participation in meaningful and socially connected activity. Methods A review of both peer-reviewed and grey literature was undertaken across 61 databases, along with reference list checking for articles published between 2010 and 2016. Results Twelve articles were included in this review, predominantly from Western European cultures and community-based home environments. The studies were exploratory in nature, with the majority focusing on the development of applications for people with dementia. Conclusions The study identified a range of exploratory research related to the use of touchscreen tablets by people with dementia. However, there were significant gaps within this evidence base, which provide opportunities for further research using more robust methodologies. Given the ubiquitous nature of touchscreen tablets in modern communities, further research could facilitate their use as a minimally stigmatizing and culturally appropriate form of support for people with dementia.

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“…However, it remains unclear whether positive interest and confidence correlates with implementation and confidence in implementation. A previous study (Loi et al, 2016) reported on a trial where staff administered an intervention using TT and applications as a non-pharmacological intervention for challenging behaviors. Staff who were involved had positive comments about the intervention (such as being surprised at seeing residents engage with the TT), but they also reported being stressed about the intervention, and expressed concerns about the time the intervention took away from their other duties, and the TT themselves (for example, breaking them or the residents breaking them).…”

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An investigation of residential facility staff usage of touchscreen technology

Loi

Westphal

Lautenschlager

2017

Int. Psychogeriatr.

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Older adults may become more familiar and interested in using touchscreen technology (TT). TT can be used to engage older adults living in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) and staff there can play an important role in supporting residents to use TT. However, before these are introduced, it is crucial to investigate their opinions in using TT with residents. A questionnaire based on the Technology Acceptance Model was administered to assess staff usage and confidence in using TT, their perceptions in TT ease-of-use and usefulness in helping them care for their residents. Perhaps unsurprisingly, results found that respondents were familiar using TT. More importantly, staff reported that they were interested in engaging residents with TT and nominated different training methods to support them such as group in-services. This project provides information about staff experience and acceptance of the use of TT for residents in RACFs.

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A pilot study using “apps” as a novel strategy for the management of challenging behaviors seen in people living in residential care

Cited by 18 publications

References 11 publications

A pilot study exploring staff acceptability of a socially assistive robot in a residential care facility that accommodates people under 65 years old

A pilot study exploring staff acceptability of a socially assistive robot in a residential care facility that accommodates people under 65 years old

Use of touchscreen tablet technology by people with dementia in homes: A scoping review

An investigation of residential facility staff usage of touchscreen technology

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