This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of doll therapy in reducing the daily dose of medications (DDM), behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), and improving the activities of daily living (ADL) in people living with dementia (PLwD) in residential care facilities in China. The study employs a cluster randomized controlled trial design, involving 142 participants from six nursing homes, divided into an intervention group receiving doll therapy plus routine nursing care and a control group receiving routine nursing care alone. Additionally, the study will explore the experiences and perceptions of staff and family caregivers through qualitative research methods to provide a comprehensive understanding of the intervention's impact.
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Change in Daily Dose of Medication (DDM)
Timeframe: 12 weeks