Television repeats of Christmas classics such as It's A Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street could help the memories of people with dementia
could help the memories of people with dementia, health experts say.
Familiar TV repeats and old seasonal songs can provide stimulation for people with Alzheimer's and help keep the brain active, according to British dementia specialist Professor Alistair Burns.Rewatching recognisable films and singing along to old songs can help stimulate emotional memories, he said.
Emotional details and reaction remain lodged in the mind and can be rekindled, promoting a connection with other people, according to Burns, the national clinical director for dementia at Britain's National Health Service."People with dementia might find it hard to follow convoluted conversations amid the chaos and noise of Christmas and can end up feeling excluded.
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