🧩 Word Association
The linking of words to pictures or associated ideas activates more than one neural pathway and thus memory recall will be strengthened which in turn will make it easier for the dementia sufferers to remember and retrieve information.
🧠Repetition Practice
Memory traces are become stronger by repeating the practice of names, numbers, or phrases over and over again; thus long-term retention is increased through cognitive rehearsal and reinforcement made by consistent repetition.
📖 Storytelling
The prompting of individuals to remember and tell their life stories not only enhances the memory of the event but also engages emotionally and develops the cognitive communication skills of the person.
🧩 Puzzle Games
Playing simple puzzles like crosswords or matching games help the brain to be better in problem-solving, to have more concentration and be more flexible mentally which together will slow down the cognitive decline during the initial stages of dementia.
📸 Picture Naming
The use of pictures for naming people or places plays a role in the stimulation of recognition memory and aids communication by allowing for the linking of visual and verbal recall pathways.
👥 Social Interaction
The coming together for talks and group activities provides the basis for mental stimulation which along with emotional being and the functions of the brain that are responsible for memory retention keeps the cognitive functions sharp.