Interventions Within the Scope of Occupational Therapy Addressing Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (2018-2022).

Am J Occup Ther

Elizabeth K. Rhodus, PhD, MS, OTR/L, is Assistant Professor, Sanders-Brown Center on Aging, Department of Behavioral Science, College of Medicine, University of Kentucky.

Published: March 2023

Systematic review briefs provide a summary of the findings from systematic reviews evaluated in conjunction with the American Occupational Therapy Association's Evidence-Based Practice Program. Each systematic review brief summarizes the evidence on a theme related to a systematic review topic. This systematic review brief presents finding related to interventions within the scope of occupational therapy that address behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.

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