Managing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) can improve life quality for patients and reduce caregiver stress and healthcare costs.
The review analyzes how light, noise, temperature, and humidity affect BPSD and identifies areas needing more research in this field.
Out of over 5,000 studies reviewed, only 38 were included, with most focusing on light; findings are mixed on the effects of light therapy, and the links between BPSD and other environmental factors remain largely observational.
Introduction: During the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person research study visits were moved to an online format using a variety of communication platforms (e.g., Webex and Zoom).