Guidance on the use of therapeutic lying among caregivers of people with dementia by Speech and Language Pathologists

Therapeutic lying (TL) is often used in people with dementia (PWD) who present challenging behaviors. In 2006, the creation of a guideline protocol about how to use TL, demonstrates that it requires trained professionals. Considering TL as a communication strategy, speech and language pathologists (SLPs) can play a fundamental role in guiding caregivers regarding its use. This study aims at verifying if SLPs guide caregivers of PWD to use TL to manage difficult situations and its association with their knowledge and training on the technique.