Evaluating an Online Cognitive Training Platform for Older Adults: User Experience and Implementation Requirements

Haesner, Marten; Steinert, Anika; O’Sullivan, Julie Lorraine; Weichenberger, Markus

doi:10.3928/00989134-20150710-44

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“…Therefore, larger sample longitudinal randomized controlled clinical trials aimed at the use of the Internet in the prevention of cognitive decline among healthy older adults are needed. This conclusion is also supported by other reviewed studies such as those of Bozoki et al, 33 Haesner et al, 34 and Lampit et al, 35 who believe that longer and more intense interventions might significantly enhance cognitive functions.…”

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confidence: 69%

Use of the Internet as a prevention tool against cognitive decline in normal aging

Klímová¹

2016

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Recent demographic trends indicate that older people appear to be one of the fastest growing population groups worldwide. In the year 2000, people older than 65 years represented 12.4% of the population. This number is expected to rise to 19% by 2030, particularly in developed countries. Therefore, there is sustained effort at both national and international levels to prolong the active life of these people as long as possible. Since the present older generation at the age of 55 years is already digitally literate, the use of technologies is one of the solutions. The purpose of this study is to discuss the role of the Internet in the prevention of cognitive decline in normal aging. The author examines clinical studies that exploit the use of the Internet, including online training programs, in the prevention of cognitive decline in healthy older individuals. The findings of the clinical studies indicate that the use of the Internet, especially online cognitive training programs, may have a positive effect on the improvement of cognitive functions in healthy older adults. Nevertheless, larger sample longitudinal randomized controlled clinical trials aimed at the prevention of cognitive decline among healthy older adults are needed.

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confidence: 69%

Use of the Internet as a prevention tool against cognitive decline in normal aging

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2016

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“…The current study findings emphasize that MM may be most beneficial to PWMLs when used in partnership as demonstrated in prior studies (Haesner, Steinert, O’Sullivan, & Weichenberger, 2015; Lazar et al, 2015). Facility staff who made time to play MM together with PWMLs found that the application provided an opportunity to better know the individuals under their care.…”

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Memory Matters: A Mixed-Methods Feasibility Study of a Mobile Aid to Stimulate Reminiscence in Individuals With Memory Loss

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Reminiscence interventions are potentially effective in improving well-being of persons with memory loss (PWMLs) and may also enhance relationships with family and professional caregivers. Using a parallel convergent mixed-methods design, the feasibility of “Memory Matters” (MM), a mobile device application developed to promote reminiscence, was evaluated. Eighteen PWMLs and eight family members were enrolled from a long-term care facility and asked to use MM for 4 weeks. Participants were observed using MM at enrollment and 2 weeks and completed 1-month interviews. Six staff participants also completed a system review checklist and/or focus group at 1 month. Three qualitative domains were identified: (a) context of use, (b) barriers to use, and (c) MM influences on outcomes. Participants reported real-time social engagement, ease of use, and other benefits. However, PWMLs were unlikely to overcome barriers without assistance. Empirical data indicated that family and staff perceived MM favorably. Participants agreed that MM could provide stimulating, reminiscence-based activity.

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“…In a follow-up mixed methods design, a mobile app called “Memory Matters” was developed to promote reminiscence [ 15 ]; 18 people living with dementia and 8 family carers were asked to use MM for a period of 4 weeks. Consistent with the findings of a more recent study that explored a similar device [ 18 ], the technology-supported reminiscence was favorably evaluated. Family carers enjoyed discussing the early years with their relative, and on several occasions, the people living with dementia shared memories in a direct response to prompts provided by MM.…”

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Using Mobile Technology to Provide Personalized Reminiscence for People Living With Dementia and Their Carers: Appraisal of Outcomes From a Quasi-Experimental Study

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BackgroundDementia is an international research priority. Reminiscence is an intervention that prompts memories and has been widely used as a therapeutic approach for people living with dementia. We developed a novel iPad app to support home-based personalized reminiscence. It is crucial that technology-enabled reminiscence interventions are appraised.ObjectiveWe sought to measure the effect of technology-enabled reminiscence on mutuality (defined as the level of “closeness” between an adult living with dementia and their carer), quality of carer and patient relationship, and subjective well-being.MethodsA 19-week personalized reminiscence intervention facilitated by a program of training and a bespoke iPad app was delivered to people living with dementia and their family carers at their own homes. Participants (N=60) were recruited in dyads from a cognitive rehabilitation team affiliated with a large UK health care organization. Each dyad comprised a person living with early to moderate dementia and his or her family carer. Outcome measurement data were collected at baseline, midpoint, and intervention closure.ResultsParticipants living with dementia attained statistically significant increases in mutuality, quality of carer and patient relationship, and subjective well-being (P<.001 for all 3) from baseline to endpoint. Carers attained nonsignificant increases in mutuality and quality of carer and patient relationship and a nonsignificant decrease in subjective well-being.ConclusionsOur results indicate that individual-specific reminiscence supported by an iPad app may be efficient in the context of early to moderate dementia. A robust randomized controlled trial of technology-enabled personalized reminiscence is warranted.

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Evaluating an Online Cognitive Training Platform for Older Adults: User Experience and Implementation Requirements

Cited by 19 publications

References 22 publications

Use of the Internet as a prevention tool against cognitive decline in normal aging

Use of the Internet as a prevention tool against cognitive decline in normal aging

Memory Matters: A Mixed-Methods Feasibility Study of a Mobile Aid to Stimulate Reminiscence in Individuals With Memory Loss

Using Mobile Technology to Provide Personalized Reminiscence for People Living With Dementia and Their Carers: Appraisal of Outcomes From a Quasi-Experimental Study

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