Forgetfulness no more? new app helps dementia patients recall names
NCT ID NCT04570215
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study tested a web-based therapy app called Gotcha! designed to help people with mild-to-moderate dementia remember names of family and friends. 48 participants practiced daily for 6 weeks using a tablet at home. The goal was to see if the app could improve name recall and whether any brain changes occurred.
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University College London
London, WC1E6BT, United Kingdom
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