Dementia Can Be Defeated By Watching TV Classics According To A Health Study

While some members of your family may complain about watching the same old films shown on TV during the holiday season each year, the same is good for those with dementia. Results of studies suggest they are actually therapeutic for people with Alzheimer’s disease.

In a study conducted by NHS researchers in England, they found that watching classic films can stimulate the memories of older people. At the same time, this keeps their brains very active.

For the 850,000 people suffering from dementia in the UK, watching these classic films prompts emotional memories. Although they may not recall exact details, they will often remember how they felt when the movie ended. Stirring these emotions which have been deposited in their minds can help those suffering from dementia to connect with loved ones who are watching with them.

The NHS England national clinical director for dementia, Professor Alistair Burns, said that patients suffering from dementia might find difficulty in following convoluted conversations amid the noise of Christmas. In the end, they may feel excluded.

Professor Burns said families and friends visiting during the Christmas and New Year holidays could be confusing and unsettling for patients with dementia. To counter this, you can spread out the visits of relatives and friends. You might also want to ask them to be flexible with their visiting plans.

When they visit, try to find time in watching a popular classic film together with a family member who has dementia. You can also get everyone to play your favorite family game or sing along to beloved Christmas carols. Aside from bringing family members closer and making