The development of structured cognitive stimulation program for persons with dementia

在本研究中，我们开发了一个日本版本的认知刺激疗法（CST-J），这是一个结构化的认知刺激计划，并通过对照临床试验检查的效果。结果，与对照组相比，干预组在认知和情绪量表上的得分有了显着改善。此外，与对照组相比，干预组的照顾者评定的生活质量量表有显着改善。因此，CST-J将成为改善日本痴呆症患者功能和生活的宝贵工具，是一种有效的非药物治疗方法。

In this study, we developed a Japanese version of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST-J) which is a structured cognitive stimulation program, and examined the effects by administrating a controlled clinical trial. As a result, the intervention group showed significant improvements on scores of cognitive and mood scales, compared to the control group. In addition, the intervention group showed significant improvements of QOL scales rated by caregivers in comparison with the control group. Therefore, CST-J will be a valuable tool in improving the functions and lives of Japanese persons with dementia and is an effective non-pharmaceutical treatment.