Chinese calligraphic writing to enhance cognitive performance and emotional calmness in older adults with mild cognitive impairment
CCH Chan1, AY Derbie1, I Hui1, MYC Pang2, KNK Fong2, SCC Chan1
1 Applied Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
2 Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
 
 
1. An 8-week Chinese calligraphy writing course improved working memory and delayed recall memory in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
2. To a lesser extent, the training also improved attention control, visual scan, and processing speed functions.
3. Further research is needed to confirm the efficacy of the intervention, particularly beyond 8 weeks. The training has potential to be adopted by service providers for day-to-day use in Hong Kong.