Mindful Waters: An Interactive Digital Aquarium for People with Dementia
Maarten Hundscheid,
Linghan Zhang,
Ans Tummers-Heemels
et al.
Abstract:Dementia can be associated with social withdrawal, mood changes, and decreased interaction. Animal-assisted therapies and robotic companions have shown potential in enhancing well-being but come with limitations like high maintenance costs and complexity. This research presents an interactive digital aquarium called Mindful Waters, which was developed to promote social interaction and engagement among People with Dementia. The pilot study involved interactive sessions at a community center and a care facility,… Show more
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