Exploring the Immediate and Long-Term Effects of Immersive Virtual Reality on Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia and Caregiver Burden: Longitudinal Observational Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Virtual reality (VR) interventions are emerging as promising nonpharmacological strategies for people with dementia, aiming to prevent cognitive decline, reduce behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), and alleviate caregiver burden. Although some studies have reported beneficial effects, findings remain inconsistent, and little is known about the duration and sustainability of these effects, particularly in real-world care settings.

Objective

This study aimed to examine both the immediate and long-term effects of an immersive VR reminiscence intervention on BPSD and caregiver burden in people with dementia attending day care centers.

Methods

This longitudinal observational study was conducted in 10 dementia day care centers in Kaohsiung, T

SUBMITTER: Huang LC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12286566 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature