THE EFFECTS OF HORTICULTURAL THERAPY ON THE PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL BEING AND ASSOCIATED BIOMARKERS OF ELDERLY IN SINGAPORE
improved balance, there were striking increases in community structure of somatomotor brain regions in PWD (Fig.2) Self reported QOL improved in 3 of the 5 PWD in the intervention group and declined in 4 of 5 PWD in the control group, although this did not reach statistical significance (b1/41.39, 95% CI 2.3 to 5.0] Positive results were noted for CG in balance, PHLMS awareness SF 36 general health, SF 36 emotional well being, and mood, although none of these reached statistical significant. Improved consistency was noted in somatomotor brain networks of CG. Conclusions:Neuropsychiatric symptoms and increased fall risk often accompany cognitive decline in dementia. Results from this pilot study suggest that an improvisational movement class that combines an engaging social environment with movement can improve balance, alter brain networks, and affect quality of life in PWD and their caregivers.
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