Effects of errorless learning on object naming and face-name associations in early-stage Alzheimer’s disease

This critical review examines the evidence regarding the effects of errorless learning on improving object naming and face-name associations among persons with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. A literature search was completed and yielded nine studies with the following research designs: nonrandomized clinical trial, within-subjects designs, single subject designs, and systematic reviews. Overall, the results of these studies demonstrate that errorless learning has beneficial effects on learning object names and face-name associations; however, a distinct advantage of errorless learning over other therapeutic methods has not been determined. The clinical implications of these findings as well as future recommendations are discussed.