an evaluation on the forms of reminiscence therapy found life-review therapy had the strongest positive effects on psychological well being when compared to other life review and simple reminiscence. life review has been thought to produce greater positive effects compared to reminiscence therapy, due to the increased organization of methods and purpose of this therapy. the benefits of reminiscence therapy occurs independent of the format of the therapy. improvement in behaviour occurs whether the therapy is conducted on an individual basis in small or large groups. the frequency and duration of the therapy program does not seem to alter the effectiveness of reminiscence.