Conveners
Mind, Body, and Beyond: Integrated Approaches in Cognitive Decline
- Giuseppe Forte
In recent years, researchers in cognitive enhancement and rehabilitation have increasingly focused on neurostimulation techniques, aiming to develop effective methods that are minimally invasive and associated with few side effects. In this context, transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) has gained growing attention for its potential benefits on cognitive functions in both...
Cognitive decline, which can manifest as memory loss, attention difficulties, and reduced executive function, represents a significant challenge for aging populations. While traditional cognitive interventions have focused primarily on mental processes, recent research highlights the importance of integrating cognitive and bodily stimulation to address this complex issue. A growing body of...
Group-based cognitive stimulation (CS) intervention is the most recommended psychosocial intervention in clinical guidelines for people with mild-to-moderate dementia. However, literature showing the effectiveness did not provide information about the aspects of people who are most likely to benefit from. This study aims to identify the cognitive and non-cognitive aspects of people with...
The global population is aging rapidly, leading to a rising prevalence of cognitive decline. Aging presents major challenges for individuals and societies, driving research into pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention therapies. Cognitive interventions show promising effectiveness, although high variability in research protocols limits the generalizability of results.
For this...
Peripersonal space (PPS) refers to the space immediately surrounding the body and plays a crucial role in motor interaction and defensive behavior. Furthermore, PPS has been linked to the bodily self and shown to be highly plastic: its boundaries can be modulated physically (e.g., spinal cord injury, amputation, tool use), perceptually (e.g., mindfulness, interoception, sensory deprivation)...
