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Art therapy can benefit those with Alzheimer's disease in several ways. It can assist in diagnosing and evaluating cognitive status, provide non-verbal communication, encourage reminiscing, and provide sensory stimulation. Art therapy sessions may involve individual or group activities using structured directives or free choice of media depending on the client's needs and abilities. Life review scrapbooks created with collage materials offer opportunities to integrate feelings, consolidate identity, and stimulate memories while validating personal history. Research on the potential benefits of art therapy for those with Alzheimer's disease is ongoing.