The Through the D'mentia Lens virtual reality simulation improved caregivers' empathy and confidence in caring¶

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Currency · newest study 2019 · checked against its sources 2026-11-01 (automated, 1 of 1 entry) · not reviewed by a person

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q2 i? In the Wijma et al. survey study, caregivers using the TDL virtual reality simulation movie and e-learning course improved in empathy, confidence in caring, and positive interactions with the person with dementia. → Klimova Blanka 2019

Evidence¶

Klimova Blanka 2019¶

Klimova Blanka, Valis Martin, Kuca Kamil, Masopust Jiri. (2019). E-learning as valuable caregivers’ support for people with dementia – A systematic review. BMC Health Services Research. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-019-4641-9

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Survey quality study of 35 informal caregivers (mean age 55 years) using the Through the D'mentia Lens virtual reality simulation movie and e-learning course for 3 weeks, assessed with pre- and post-test questionnaires and statistical analysis.

"TDL is feasible and acceptable for informal carers. Caregivers improved in empathy, confidence in caring for the person with dementia, and they had positive interactions with the person with dementia."

Discussion¶

Learner Variables¶

Social Awareness and Relationship Skills — outcome: instruction changes it

E-learning programs help informal dementia caregivers feel more confident, reduce perceived stress, and enhance empathy — a broader claim this one bears on
A docudrama helped graduate nurses gain empathy and understanding of families experiencing dementia — related
Virtual-reality delirium training increased nurses' empathy and knowledge, with larger empathy gains when VR preceded didactic instruction — related

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