Using smartphone technology to improve prospective memory functioning: A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A decline in the ability to perform daily intentions-known as prospective memory-is a key driver of everyday functional impairment in dementia. In the absence of effective pharmacological treatments, there is a need for developing, testing, and optimizing behavioral interventions that can bolster daily prospective memory functioning. We investigated the feasibility and efficacy of smartphone-based strategies for prospective memory in persons with cognitive impairment.

Methods

Fifty-two older adults (74.79 ± 7.20 years) meeting diagnostic criteria for mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia were enrolled in a 4-week randomized controlled trial. Participants were trained to use a digital voice recorder app or a reminder app to off-load prospective memory intentio

SUBMITTER: Scullin MK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8821124 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature