To evaluate the changes the patients who undergo<unk>  various behavioural measures are used and recently, brain imaging has begun to be a part of the assessment after treatment. Behavioural evaluation The most frequent characteristics used to measure the outcome of<unk>  on the patients involved are: * Depressive symptoms * Psychological well-being * Ego-integrity * Meaning or purpose in life * Mastery * Cognitive performance * Social interactions Neuroimaging In patients with vascular dementia, a significant increase in cortical glucose metabolism in bilateral anterior cingulate and in the left inferior temporal lobe, which are areas important for social interaction and remote memories, respectively. The use of single photon emission computed tomography on an elderly patient with Alzheimer's disease revealed greater blood flow to the frontal lobe of the brain, an area that degenerates in those with this disease. This was coupled with positive changes in evaluated behavioural traits. Influencing factors Overall, positive outcomes seem to result from<unk> , although to differing degrees. The variability in the results is thought to be due to various factors, including the form of<unk> , the format of the sessions (group versus individual setting), the number of sessions completed, the health, age and gender of the individual, where the patient lives and if the individual had experienced any events that cause major changes in their life. An evaluation on the forms of<unk>  found life-review therapy had the strongest positive effects on psychological well being when compared to other life review and simple<unk> . Life review has been thought to produce greater positive effects compared to<unk> , due to the increased organization of methods and purpose of this therapy. The benefits of<unk>  occurs independent of the format of the therapy. Improvement in behaviour occurs whether the therapy is conducted on an individual basis in small or large groups. The frequency and duration of the therapy program does not seem to alter the effectiveness of<unk> . Many specific groups have been targeted for studying the effects of<unk>  and were evaluated using different measures based on their previously existing condition and the problems associated with it. Those ranking higher in their depression rating showed a greater rate of improvement of their symptoms compared to those exhibiting less depressive symptoms before the therapy began, although improvements were seen across depression levels. Across studies,<unk>  positively influenced patients with dementia evaluated using various measures Specifically in vascular dementia, cortical glucose metabolism increase in areas important for social interaction and remote memories. Those with Alzheimer's Disease had improved blood flow to areas in brain, as previously discussed, and positive changes in evaluated behavioural traits. In patients with leprosy, the greatest positive effects were seen in those with depression but<unk>  did not effect the stage of dementia or cognitive scores.<unk>  helps older populations cope with aging Initially<unk>  was intended for older adults. However, this therapy my prove to be a valuable tool for adults at earlier stages of their life as well. In the elderly, improvement in satisfaction with life and self, self-esteem, increase in social involvement which led to an improvement in their ability to deal with social situations, lower loneliness and alienation. In addition, depressive symptoms, psychological symptoms, psychological well-being, ego-integrity, meaning of/purpose in life, mastery, cognitive performance, social integration, preparation for death all showed improvements after the therapy was concluded. At a follow up depression, other indicators of mental health, well-being, ego-integrity, cognitive performance, death preparation all remained to be improved from pre treatment. Improvements comparable to those found in the elderly have been found in studies that included younger age brackets. Improvements in depression occur in both females and males. Comparative analysis between males and females on the effects of<unk>  found no evidence for a difference in the success of the therapy between genders.<unk>  has been conducted in groups composed of residents from group centres and those living in broader communities. Recent analysis suggests that no differences in outcomes from<unk>  exist between the type of community that the individuals are living in during the time of therapy, which contradicts the earlier findings that those living in group homes or care centres benefited less from these programs. Those who experienced various major life events showed improved mental stability including a decrease in depressive symptoms and anxiety. Institutionalized elderly male veterans showed increased self-esteem and life satisfaction and a decrease in symptoms of depression who were involved in a 12-week<unk>  program compared to those that were not.
Reminiscence therapy
Aquatic therapy
Collaborative therapy
Aversion therapy
Scrambler therapy
Sex therapy
Dance therapy
Metaphor therapy