A Music-Based Mobile App for People Living With Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD)

A Music-Based Mobile App to Combat Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in People Living With ADRD

The purpose of this pilot is to develop a mobile application that detects physiological measures of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and triggers auto-play of personalized songs in a wearable device. The investigators will test the feasibility and acceptability of the app. This app may be an important tool to include in daily caregiving in a home setting by extending established benefits of music therapy for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

Inclusion Criteria for person with dementia

• A person with ADRD exhibits neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia such as agitation, restlessness, depressed mood, etc.
• Stability with or without psychotropic or anti-depressant medications
• Ability to hear with or without an assistive device

Inclusion Criteria for Caregivers

• Family or close friend caregiver of persons with dementia
• Must be able to read and write in basic English

Exclusion Criteria for all participants

• Inadequate hearing
• History of psychosis or other mental disorders other than depression
• Presence of substance or alcohol abuse