Neighborhood Life for Persons with Dementia: A Review
Author Information
Author(s): Wang Wenjin, Chen Xi, Lee Chanam, Zhang Ziying
Primary Institution: Texas A&M University
Hypothesis
How do neighborhood environments impact the attitudes and perceptions of persons with dementia?
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of physical, social, and technological environments in enhancing the neighborhood life of persons with dementia.
Supporting Evidence
- The study synthesized qualitative evidence from 17 studies involving 186 participants.
- Three main themes were identified: physical environment, social environment, and technological environment.
Takeaway
This study looks at how the places where people with dementia live can affect how they feel and interact with their surroundings.
Methodology
A systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative studies using walking interviews with community-dwelling persons with dementia.
Limitations
The review is limited to qualitative studies and may not represent all aspects of neighborhood life for persons with dementia.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling persons with memory problems, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia.
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