Effects of music participation for mild cognitive impairment and dementia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To examine randomized controlled trials with active music-making interventions, in which older adults with probable mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia physically participate in music, and their effects on cognitive functioning, emotional well-being, and social engagement. Participating in music-making is engaging and has shown diverse benefits. Additionally, this review categorized the music activities of each intervention.

Design

Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Setting

Long-term care facilities, day centers, specialty outpatient units, and community.

Methods

Published randomized controlled trials of active music-making interventions to support older adults with probable MCI or dementia were identified (to March 15, 2021) using searches

SUBMITTER: Dorris JL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8440389 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature