Light therapy to reduce agitation in people with dementia
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Abstract
Bright light therapy (BLT) may serve as a cost-effective alternative to medication for sleep disturbances in people with dementia.
- Agitation and sleep disturbances in dementia patients could be linked to disrupted circadian rhythms due to insufficient light exposure.
- BLT is associated with potential improvements in managing these symptoms within care routines.
- Practical challenges exist in the implementation of light therapy in nursing home environments.
- Perceptions regarding the effectiveness of light therapy may need to be addressed to enhance its adoption.
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