The Benefits of Creative Activities for Diverse Groups of Older Adults
2024
The Benefits of Creative Activities for Older Adults
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Author Information
Author(s): Adams-Price Carolyn, McGovern Justine, LaVona Traywick, Jennifer Dorris
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
Participation in creative activities is beneficial for older adults.
Conclusion
Creative programs can provide physical and emotional benefits to older adults, regardless of their cognitive abilities.
Supporting Evidence
- Creative activities are beneficial for both cognitively intact and cognitively impaired older adults.
- The symposium will explore various creative programs and their benefits.
- Physical and emotional benefits of dance programs for older adults with Parkinson's disease will be discussed.
- Music activities for older Down's syndrome patients will be presented.
Takeaway
Doing creative things like dancing or making music can help older people feel better and stay healthy.
Participant Demographics
Older adults with varying cognitive abilities, including those with Parkinson's disease and Down's syndrome.
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