인지재활훈련이 노인성 치매 환자의 인지 기능에 미치는 영향

Abstract

Objectives : This study was to evaluate the effects of cognitive rehabilitation training on the cognitive decline of elderly dementia patients. Methods :Each of 20 subjects received 16 session of repeated training with computer-aided cognitive rehabilitation program (REHACOM). Cognitive function of all subjects were evaluated by K-DRS, K-BNT, K-MMSE and GDS before and after the training. Results : Significant improvement of attention and memory was observed following REHACOM. There was no significant change in visuospatial memory, executive function, and conceptualization. Conclusion : It is suggested that cognitive rehabilitation training with elderly dementia patients can be useful to ameliorate the cognitive decline and to enhance motivation and self-esteem