Brain games boost Seniors' minds in new study
NCT ID NCT07372066
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a 14-session cognitive stimulation therapy group can improve thinking skills, mood, and quality of life for older adults (60+) with dementia or mild cognitive impairment living in residential homes. About 110 participants will be randomly assigned to either the cognitive stimulation group or a calligraphy group. The goal is to see if the brain-training activities lead to better outcomes than the art activity.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 110 people
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- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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60 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. age 60 years or older; 2. diagnosis of MCI or dementia according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder (Fifth edition, Text Revision). Remark: Participants who do not receive a diagnosis of MCI or dementia will undergo a screening assessment by a researcher using the Chinese Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)-5 minutes. Exclusion Criteria: Those who are unable to participate independently in group activities, who exhibit disruptive behavior and/or are severely impaired by physical disabilities (e.g. severe hearing and visual impairment) and physical illnesses (e.g. frequent hospital stays) are excluded.
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Locations
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SAGE Old Age Homes
RECRUITINGHong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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