U.S., Oct. 31 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07907042) titled 'Effects of Doll Therapy on Apathy and Activities of Daily Living Initiation Deficits in Older Adults With Dementia' on Oct. 22.
Brief Summary: Dementia is a major health challenge associated with population aging. As dementia progresses, patients often experience a decline in their ability to perform basic activities of daily living (BADL), such as dressing and personal hygiene, leading to increased dependence on caregivers. Apathy, characterized by reduced motivation, interest, and initiative, is a common symptom of dementia and may contribute to difficulties in initiating daily activities.
Doll therapy is a non-pharmacological in...