경도인지장애 환자의 인지 기능 향상을 위한 회상요법 앱 서비스 컨셉 제안

As society ages, the number of dementia patients and the interest in dementia prevention are increasing. This study focuses on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) as a crucial stage for preventing dementia. It aims to propose an app service design concept to improve the cognitive function of people with MCI through reminiscence therapy. First, the characteristics of MCI and reminiscence therapy which is one of the cognitive interventions were investigated through literature research. Subsequently, Expert Interviews were conducted with reminiscence therapists. As a result, a Concept for a reminiscence therapy app that provides personalized assistance using a customized scaffolding strategy was proposed. Besides, design considerations were derived for this. After that, the Contents and UI were designed based on the scaffolding strategy. Through the Concept for a reminiscence therapy app that provides personalized assistance using a scaffolding strategy, it is expected that reminiscence therapy for improving the cognitive function of people with MCI can be more personalized and effectively performed.