Insights from The Orlando Senior Help Desk Color therapy for dementia

Color therapy can be beneficial for those with memory loss. Dementia specialists recommend using different colors to provide contrast in spaces and to help distinguish different objects. Read below for some helpful tips about implementing different colors in different situations:

PINK can reduce combative behavior, according to some research studies. The “pink effect” may reduce feelings of aggression and anger.

BLACK is recommended by some therapists for individuals with Alzheimer’s. If wandering is an issue, some therapists recommend placing black mats in front of doors or stairs, since Alzh...