Barriers and facilitators to accessing and engaging with arts-based non-pharmacological interventions for people living with dementia: A systematic review

Megan PoldenDepartment of Primary Care , Mental Health, University of Liverpool, UKNIHR Applied Research Collaboration North West Coast, UKDepartment of Health Research, Lancaster University, Megan Rose ReadmanDepartment of Primary Care , Mental Health, University of Liverpool, UKNIHR Applied Research Collaboration North West Coast, UKDepartment of Psychology, Lancaster University, Tahlia Barnard, Abigail Godfrey, Annabel GrayDepartment of Primary Care , Mental Health, University of Liverpool, Clarissa GiebelDepartment of Primary Care , Mental Health, University of Liverpool, UKNIHR Applied Research Collaboration North West Coast

Dementia: The International Journal of Social Research and Practice

Published online on April 13, 2025

Abstract

Dementia, Volume 25, Issue 4, Page 861-882, May 2026.
Background and AimsNon-pharmacological arts interventions are increasingly being recognised as effective and beneficial ways to support and improve cognition and general well-being for people with dementia. However, accessing and engaging with beneficial ...