Effect of brain-stimulating games and physical activity on cognitive functioning in dementia in Calabar

Abstract

Participants at this session will learn about using easily implemented alternative strategies (video games and physical activity) to enhance cognitive functioning in old people with mild dementia in developing economies.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Authors

Mildred E. John
Edidiong E. John
Florence Nandi
Uduak E. Archibong
Sifon-Abasi E. John

Author Details

Mildred E. John, PhD, Department of Nursing Science, University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria; Edidiong E. John, MB, BCh, Department of Family Medicine, University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo, Nigeria; Florence Nandi, BNSc, Nursing Department, Deanwood Care Home, Brighton, United Kingdom; Uduak E. Archibong, PhD, Centre of Inclusion & Diversity, University of Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom; Sifon-Abasi E. John, MB, BCh; Department of Community Medicine, University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo, Nigeria

Sigma Membership

Omicron Chi

Lead Author Affiliation

University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Cognitive Functions, Dementia, Physical Activity

Recommended Citation

John, Mildred E.; John, Edidiong E.; Nandi, Florence; Archibong, Uduak E.; and John, Sifon-Abasi E., "Effect of brain-stimulating games and physical activity on cognitive functioning in dementia in Calabar" (2019). Convention. 124.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/presentations_2019/124

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Acquisition

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