many as possible (although often taste is not incorporated due to health and hygiene reasons).

Reminiscence

Physical exercise

Motor stimulation therapy e.g. painting

to produce improved behavior, such as reduced agitation, engagement, and improved mood

one-to-one interactions preferred, to use in targeted manner

visual imagery combined with verbal discussion

Useful for individuals prone to seasonal affective disorder or those who experience "sundowning"

Light influences gene expression to balance serotonin levels to regulate sleep.

Administered via lightbox, light table or luminaries.

using sound, touch, smell and taste

Others - designed to expose

people living with dementia with a wide variety and types of sensory stimulation. It also includes interventions that combine two specific sensory interventions,

such as music and visual stimulation

and aromatics with

touch

(wander gardens, Zen gardens, etc.) -garden environments vs Snoezelen rooms

by a wide range of professionals and staff