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Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for older people with Dementia in Africa: A Scoping Review

2026Open accessMoi University

Abstract

CST is feasible, adaptable, and acceptable in the African countries it has been implemented in. Some cultural barriers, such as religious affiliation and respect for older people, should be overcome. Further research is needed to further evaluate the efficacy of CST in various African contexts.

Research topics

  • Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
  • Digital Mental Health Interventions
  • Neuroethics, Human Enhancement, Biomedical Innovations

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DOI: 10.12688/openresafrica.14092.4

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