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Welcome to our Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) Article Archive, where you’ll find a wealth of information and resources dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with mild to moderate dementia. Each article offers insights into evidence-based techniques, success stories, and practical approaches for enhancing cognitive function, social engagement, and overall well-being. Whether you’re a caregiver, healthcare professional, or simply interested in learning more about non-pharmacological dementia therapies, we invite you to explore our curated content and discover how CST can support a more vibrant, connected life for those experiencing memory challenges.
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy
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Steve Martin on Banjo
A clip of Steve Martin expertly playing one of his songs on the banjo has resurfaced as the actor celebrated his 77th birthday on Sunday, August 14. The footage shows the actor and comedian playing his song “Banjo Finale: The Great Remember” in a clip from April 2020....
The Power of Music on the Human Brain
On the effects of music on the immune system There’s some evidence that music actually reduces some of the inflammatory proteins that are floating around in our bodies. Music reduces the stress hormone cortisol; it also increases oxytocin, which has very important...
Benefits of Getting Back to Nature and Spending Time Outside
In all honesty, Mother Nature may find the indoor world pretty tough to compete with sometimes. After all, she can’t offer flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, or WiFi. But she might potentially offer something even more important: improved health, by way of a stronger...
Forgiveness: Letting Go of Grudges and Bitterness
Who hasn't been hurt by the actions or words of another? Perhaps a parent constantly criticized you growing up, a colleague sabotaged a project or your partner had an affair. Or maybe you've had a traumatic experience, such as being physically or emotionally abused by...
How Striving Affects Wellbeing
In 1922, a group of more than 1,500 high-ability U.S. children were enrolled in a study through which researchers would track them for years on end. Ninety years later, a pair of researchers used some of the resulting data to assess how ambition had affected the...
Healthspan may be more integral to your well-being than lifespan.
The craze to live longer is having a moment. That moment is, partly, a result of advanced medicine and technology that can help extend lifespan, says Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider. It’s also spawned by the rich, who have chosen not to succumb to the game of life, but to...