The effects of bright light treatment on affective symptoms in people with dementia: a 24-week cluster randomized controlled trial

The effects of bright light treatment on affective symptoms in people with dementia: a 24-week cluster randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background The majority of people with dementia have behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), including depression, anxiety and agitation. These may be elicited or aggravated by disrupted circadian rhythms. Bright light treatment (BLT) is a promising non-pharmacological app...

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Main Authors: Eirin Kolberg, Gunnhild Johnsen Hjetland, Eirunn Thun, Ståle Pallesen, Inger Hilde Nordhus, Bettina S. Husebo, Elisabeth Flo-Groeneboom
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-07-01
Series:BMC Psychiatry
Subjects:
Dementia
Nursing homes
Bright light therapy
Depression
Affective symptoms
Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-021-03376-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-021-03376-y

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