There is no cure for dementia diseases yet. Only the symptoms of dementia can be favorably influenced by non-pharmacological and pharmacological means. Therefore, the question arises whether those who may be affected should seek information about their own dementia diagnosis or not. There are scientific reasons that speak in favor of a timely diagnosis. This way, those affected can...
Digital offerings provide various benefits for people with cognitive impairments and their loved ones. They are location-independent, always available, and can particularly complement and expand existing services in rural areas. The most important goal of digiDEM Bavaria is to improve the living situation of people with memory impairments and dementia and their caregivers. …
With its own trade fair stand, digiDEM Bavaria was represented at the First Bavarian E-Health Congress, which took place on June 29, 2022, in Augsburg. The digiDEM Bavaria team was particularly pleased with the visit of State Minister Klaus Holetschek. At the stand, he was informed extensively about the latest digital digiDEM Bavaria offering, the Dementia Knowledge Test…
As cognitive abilities in people with dementia decline, everyday actions and personally meaningful activities become more difficult, or even impossible. Occupational therapy can help maintain the independence of those affected for as long as possible, thereby strengthening their well-being and quality of life. Some scientific...
digiDEM Bayern can look back with pride on the first regional dementia population screening in Germany. The screening day took place successfully in July 2022 in Thüngersheim, Lower Franconia, near Würzburg. Nearly 50 citizens took advantage of the short distances and the opportunity to have their cognitive performance checked free of charge with the help of a brief scientific test. ...
„Dementia Knowledge Test“ is the name of the new digital information service developed by researchers at digiDEM Bavaria, the Bavarian Digital Dementia Registry, at the Interdisciplinary Center for Health Technology Assessment (HTA) and Public Health at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). The free online test consists of 30 questions, for example, on risk factors, nursing and care, as well as...
Nearly 60 percent of the population in Germany has low health literacy, according to a study. Many find it difficult to inform themselves about health topics, evaluate information, and apply it in their daily lives. The advantages of acquiring health literacy are obvious. For example, health and...
A dementia diagnosis confronts those affected and their loved ones with a completely new situation. The increasing need for care and support over the course of the illness presents a particular challenge for relatives. Furthermore, most people have to deal with dementia-related behaviors, such as apathy, restlessness at night, or mood swings. This can have a negative impact, among other things...
Demographic change presents society with various challenges. However, at the same time, it offers us the opportunity to actively shape the future and develop innovative solutions. To ensure the quality of life for people in need of care and their relatives providing care in the future, new approaches in advice, support, care, and nursing are needed...
Mit einem weiteren digitalen Angebot unternimmt digiDEM Bayern, das Digitale Demenzregister Bayern, den nächsten Schritt, um die Lebensbedingungen von Menschen mit Demenz und ihren pflegenden Angehörigen in Bayern zu verbessern. Die Forscher*innen haben einen wissenschaftlich abgesicherten Online-Fragebogen entwickelt. Er ermöglicht es nahestehenden Personen von älteren Menschen, deren kognitiven Abbau einschätzen …
