Credentialed art therapy as a non-pharmacological intervention for neuropsychiatric symptoms reduction in persons living with dementia-a systematic review and meta-analysis.

A systematic review and meta-analysis published in International Psychogeriatrics examined credentialed art therapy as a non-pharmacological approach to reducing neuropsychiatric symptoms in people living with dementia. The findings suggest art therapy delivered by credentialed therapists may offer meaningful symptom relief, which is relevant for PT professionals working in interdisciplinary dementia care settings. Understanding the evidence base for complementary non-pharmacological interventions can inform collaborative treatment planning for this population.

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