STUDENT: Angel Hunting
PROJECT ADVISOR: Milton Evans
ABSTRACT
Dementia is understood as a decline in memory function, affecting daily life. Behavior outburst are common in this population due to the inability to remember certain tasks. Baby doll therapy is a relatively new research being conducted around the world. This therapy involves a life like doll which helps with the bonding experience with the patient. This therapy is designed to help with behavior outburst and coping mechanisms to allow this population to function in daily life. In nursing home settings, they can demonstrate this task during an activity hour where their caretakers can demonstrate and assist with the care for the baby doll. As research continues, it shows that caring for a baby doll for up to an hour a day will decrease behavior outburst and allow this population to connect with family and friends.
Angel,
This is a wonderful presentation that looks very professional. I love the outcomes of the studies in improving the well-being and behaviors of older adults who use baby doll therapy. (I am not sure I like the term “baby doll” therapy but if that’s how it is stated in the literature…I guess it is OK)
It wound be interesting to see the statistics on the effectiveness of doll therapy on males vs women.
Great job!
Annette Strubeck