Evaluating the Feasibility of a Dyadic, Touch-Based Multimedia Tablet Intervention and Its Effects on the Caregiver-Patient Relationship Among Individuals With Mild Cognitive Impairment: Qualitative Triangulation Study
Our findings show that the home-based implementation of a dyadic, touch-based multimedia intervention can be feasible for individuals with MCI and their caregivers. A key finding is that biographically oriented content fosters caregiver-patient relationships by acting as a catalyst for personal dialogues and collective reminiscence. These interactions enhance emotional intimacy and mutual understanding, highlighting the potential of technology-driven interventions in dementia care. The intervention incorporated multiple domains, including cognitive stimulation, physical activation, and communicative-social interaction, all of which proved highly promising. In addition, the regular implementation of the intervention in home settings appears to be a realistic and achievable approach.
Authors
- Alexa von Bosse (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0518-4163)
- Henriette Schulz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-4213-0233)
- Christophe Kunze (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2238-5533)
- Sonja Mahler
- Anna Thum
- Paulina Weuthen
Institutions
- OST - Ostschweizer Fachhochschule (CH)
- Furtwangen University (DE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JMIR Aging
- Published
- 2025-08-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2196/75189
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.31
Funders
- Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung