Researchers at Ruskin University in England found that singing calms nervous agitation, one of the most difficult symptoms of dementia to treat. This has been reported Web site University.
In addition to memory problems and confusion, about 90% of people with dementia experience nervous agitation (agitation) from time to time. At the same time, patients scream, show aggression, make erratic movements, and experience anxiety and fear.
In a new study, patients from two British hospitals received music therapy, which included singing familiar songs and playing percussion instruments once a week for 14 weeks.
Thanks to therapy, the number of episodes of agitation decreased by 75%: usually once every three days, and after music therapy – once every ten days. The sessions were conducted by a trained therapist.
Scientists believe the discovery could help reduce the number of people with dementia who have to take strong sedatives, linked to an increased risk of falls and death.
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