Doll Therapy for Alzheimer's: Controversial

In some nursing homes and senior facilities around the U.S., a controversial method called doll therapy is being used to ease anxiety in people with dementia. Supporters of the therapy—in which patients hold, change, dress, and even talk and sing to dolls—claim that it calms patients, reduces distress, and gives them a sense of attachment.

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Doll Therapy for Alzheimer's NPR—In some nursing homes and senior facilities around the U.S., a controversial method called doll therapy is being used to ease anxiety in people with dementia. Supporters of the therapy—in which patients hold, change, dress, and even talk and sing to dolls—claim that it calms patients, reduces distress, and gives them a sense of attachment. Read More →

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