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The development of an individualized digital memory book for Alzheimer's Disease patient: A case study

  • Anis Hasliza Abu Hashim
  • , Annas Najhan Ismail
  • , Riaza Mohd Rias
  • , Azlinah Mohamed

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Abstract

Caring a person who is diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease (AD) can be very challenging. Most AD patients rely on their caretakers to carry out their daily routine. The research presents a personalized digital memory book for Alzheimer's Disease (AD) patient. The application was tested on a real patient on its functionality and usability to help the patient to manage her everyday task, enhance her reminiscene and stimulate her cognitive function. The results indicated positive feedback and good level of user-satisfaction. The patient felt motivated and enjoyed using the application as it could be used to support managing her daily activities, help her to reminiscene better and improve her cognitive function.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2nd International Symposium on Technology Management and Emerging Technologies, ISTMET 2015 - Proceedings
PublisherIEEE
Pages227-232
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781479917235
ISBN (Print)9781479917235
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 16 Dec 2015
Externally publishedYes
Event2nd International Symposium on Technology Management and Emerging Technologies, ISTMET 2015 - Langkawi, Malaysia
Duration: 25 Aug 201527 Aug 2015
Conference number: 2

Conference

Conference2nd International Symposium on Technology Management and Emerging Technologies, ISTMET 2015
Abbreviated titleISTMET 2015
Country/TerritoryMalaysia
CityLangkawi
Period25/08/1527/08/15

Keywords

  • Alzheimer's Disease (AD)
  • Cognitive Function
  • Memory Book
  • Reminiscene
  • n/a OA procedure

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