Eficacia de un programa de intervención cognitiva y psicomotriz en personas mayores sanas

Abstract

Progressive aging has increased studies to improve the quality of life in older adults. This research aims to analyze the combined efficacy of several stimulation techniques designed to improve cognitive functioning, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life in a group of older adults living in a private care facility. A sample of 23 participants took part in 24 to 90-minute sessions, and their results were compared with a control group of 22 subjects. A quasi-experimental design with two groups was used, carrying out five evaluations: two pre-tests, one post-test, and two follow-ups, including observer-rated assessments to complement self-reported measures.. The MANOVA results showed significant interaction effects across cognitive variables (MEC), Λ = 0.148 [F(15, 29) = 11117, p < 0.001, η2 = 0.852]; Cubrecavi, Λ = 0.162 [F(10, 34) = 17625, p < 0.001, η2 = 0.838]; y estado emocional (HAD, GDS). Λ = 0.335 [F(6, 38) = 12572, p < 0.001, η2 = 0.665]. Therefore, the linear composition of dependent variables differs between groups and across different moments of the evaluation, except for the assessment in mood (p > 0.05). The intervention group obtained positive results in cognition, quality of life, and emotional state, while the control group showed worse results. The combination of stimulation techniques was effective in blocking or delaying age-related cognitive decline.