Abstract
The purpose of the present study was to develop program of therapy to control BPSD (Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia) which is the major cause of the reduction in QOL with patients with AD (Dementia of Alzheimer's Type). The previous findings of our study demonstrated that this relaxation program was effective in controlling anxiety for healthy people and patients with cognitive dysfunction (Dodo et al., 2003; Dodo & Sakano, 2007). This study conducted the randomized phase III trial of 3 groups (Control group, Relaxation group, and Video group). As results, participants of the relaxation group significantly controlled anxiety after sessions. These results demonstrated that this relaxation program help patient with AD succeed in maintaining QOL.
