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View article: Improving clinicians' self‐efficacy in delivering a diagnosis of dementia: A before‐after study
Improving clinicians' self‐efficacy in delivering a diagnosis of dementia: A before‐after study Open
Objectives There is evidence that clinicians' practice regarding the delivery of dementia diagnoses varies in style and fluctuates in quality, even among highly experienced staff working in a specialist dementia clinic. This variation in q…
View article: Digital Life Stories Within Residential Aged Care Settings: Implications for Staff Knowledge and Person‐Centred Care Practices
Digital Life Stories Within Residential Aged Care Settings: Implications for Staff Knowledge and Person‐Centred Care Practices Open
Aims First, to investigate residential aged care staff's knowledge and understanding of residents after viewing their digital life story. Second, to examine the stability of this knowledge and understanding. Third, to explore staff's self‐…
View article: Relationship between care networks and happiness in older immigrants in Australia
Relationship between care networks and happiness in older immigrants in Australia Open
Objective This study aimed to examine the relationship between care networks and perceived happiness in older immigrants who live in their own homes in Australia. Methods A cross‐sectional survey was conducted with 101 participants aged 65…
View article: Feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effectiveness of an intergenerational digital storytelling program for improving identity validation and generativity in older adults
Feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effectiveness of an intergenerational digital storytelling program for improving identity validation and generativity in older adults Open
Objective This study evaluated the feasibility, acceptability and outcomes of the Positive Ageing Digital Storytelling Intergenerational Program (PADSIP) for older adults by examining program feasibility, satisfaction and changes in loneli…
View article: Stressors and Life Satisfaction in Older Adults: The Moderating Role of Self-Efficacy
Stressors and Life Satisfaction in Older Adults: The Moderating Role of Self-Efficacy Open
Objectives: Understanding the factors protecting life satisfaction in older adults despite stressors is central to late-life wellbeing. This study examined whether self-efficacy moderated the relationships between negative life events, has…
View article: Knowledge About HIV/AIDS and its Transmission and Misconception Among Women in Thailand: A Structural Equation Modelling Approach
Knowledge About HIV/AIDS and its Transmission and Misconception Among Women in Thailand: A Structural Equation Modelling Approach Open
Purpose Asian and pacific region countries are considered to be high risk countries for Human Immunodeficiency Viruses (HIV). There is little literature quantifying the relationship between education of HIV/AIDS and its principal socioecon…
View article: ELders AT Ease (ELATE): a description of adapting cognitive behaviour therapy for treating mental health issues in nursing homes
ELders AT Ease (ELATE): a description of adapting cognitive behaviour therapy for treating mental health issues in nursing homes Open
Despite high levels of depression and anxiety, there is relatively little attention to psychological treatment approaches to mental health issues for older adults living in nursing homes. Recent studies support the use of cognitive behavio…
View article: “A Cup of Tea and a Chat”: A Qualitative Study on the Mental Healthcare Preferences of Australian In‐Home Aged Care Recipients and Their Experiences of Accessing Mental Health Services
“A Cup of Tea and a Chat”: A Qualitative Study on the Mental Healthcare Preferences of Australian In‐Home Aged Care Recipients and Their Experiences of Accessing Mental Health Services Open
Older adults receiving aged care services within their own homes have high prevalence rates of depression and anxiety. Psychological treatments are effective for this population, but mental health services are underutilised. Little is know…
View article: Developing and implementing a Digital Stories programme in nursing homes: a qualitative process evaluation
Developing and implementing a Digital Stories programme in nursing homes: a qualitative process evaluation Open
For older adults requiring permanent care in nursing homes (or residential aged care facilities), there can be a tendency to feel disconnected from their sense of self. Digital storytelling has the potential to improve relationships and so…
View article: Perspectives of residential aged care staff on the management of occupational burnout: A qualitative interview study
Perspectives of residential aged care staff on the management of occupational burnout: A qualitative interview study Open
With a rising population of older adults, demand for residential aged care services has grown significantly. Older adults living in residential aged care are typically older and more highly dependent on care, than those living in the commu…
View article: Antenatal Care Visits, Institutional Births, and Associated Risk Factors in Afghanistan: Insights from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey 2022‐2023
Antenatal Care Visits, Institutional Births, and Associated Risk Factors in Afghanistan: Insights from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey 2022‐2023 Open
Introduction Insufficient use of antenatal care (ANC) services and institutional births services can elevate the maternal mortality risk in limited resource settings. Hence, the key objective of this study was to evaluate the potential ass…
View article: Psychological therapies for depression in older adults residing in long-term care settings
Psychological therapies for depression in older adults residing in long-term care settings Open
This systematic review suggests that cognitive behavioural therapy, behavioural therapy, and reminiscence therapy may reduce depressive symptoms compared with usual care for LTC residents, but the evidence is very uncertain. Psychological …
View article: Reminiscence Therapy and Music With Older Adults: A Descriptive Study Investigating the Current Views and Practices of Australian Aged Care Providers and Volunteers
Reminiscence Therapy and Music With Older Adults: A Descriptive Study Investigating the Current Views and Practices of Australian Aged Care Providers and Volunteers Open
Reminiscence therapy and music are often used to improve the wellbeing of older people; however, we do not know how these interventions are used in practice. This study explored how those working with older people view and use verbal Remin…
View article: Telehealth dignity therapy for community-dwelling older adults: feasibility and potential efficacy
Telehealth dignity therapy for community-dwelling older adults: feasibility and potential efficacy Open
Research investigating accessible positive psychology interventions for older adults is lacking. We examined the feasibility and potential efficacy of Telehealth dignity therapy (TDT), a brief psychotherapy involving life review, culminati…
View article: What works to promote emotional wellbeing in older people: a guide for aged care staff working in community or residential care settings
What works to promote emotional wellbeing in older people: a guide for aged care staff working in community or residential care settings Open
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View article: The cultural adaptation of iSupport program: Experiences from Australia, Brazil, Indonesia, New Zealand and Qatar
The cultural adaptation of iSupport program: Experiences from Australia, Brazil, Indonesia, New Zealand and Qatar Open
Background To support informal dementia carers, the World Health Organization (WHO) developed ‘iSupport for Dementia’ online skills training program, culturally adaptable to local contexts. Several WHO Member States are adapting the progra…
View article: FC41: Music-assisted reminiscence therapy: Feasibility and use in practice
FC41: Music-assisted reminiscence therapy: Feasibility and use in practice Open
Objective: Reminiscence therapy is the examination of past memories to improve current mood and psychological functioning and is an evidence-based treatment for symptoms of late life psychological distress. Music is sometimes used in such …
View article: P209: Psychological therapies for depression in older adults residing in long-term care settings: Are they effective?
P209: Psychological therapies for depression in older adults residing in long-term care settings: Are they effective? Open
Objectives: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to (1) assess the effectiveness of psychological therapies for depression in older people living in long-term care (LTC) settings, and (2) investigate differences in effectiveness …
View article: P165: Music-assisted reminiscence therapy: The theory behind a new frontier for enhancing the wellbeing outcomes for older adults
P165: Music-assisted reminiscence therapy: The theory behind a new frontier for enhancing the wellbeing outcomes for older adults Open
Objective: Reminiscence therapy is an evidence-based treatment for late life depressive symptoms, and has been associated with improvements in cognitive function, loneliness, happiness, and wellbeing for older people. While music is often …
View article: Protocol for a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Prevalence of Mental Illness Among Nursing Home Residents
Protocol for a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Prevalence of Mental Illness Among Nursing Home Residents Open
Background: There is a high prevalence of mental illness in nursing home residents compared to older adults living in the community. This was highlighted in the most recent comprehensive systematic review on the topic, published in 2010. A…
View article: Supervising post-graduate psychology trainees in residential aged care settings: common issues
Supervising post-graduate psychology trainees in residential aged care settings: common issues Open
Objective There will be an increased need for psychologists to provide mental health services in residential aged care facilities. Experience while training is invaluable to improving both confidence and interest in working in this area. A…
View article: Piloting the Acceptability, Practicality and Potential Benefits of Telehealth Dignity Therapy for Community-dwelling Older Adults
Piloting the Acceptability, Practicality and Potential Benefits of Telehealth Dignity Therapy for Community-dwelling Older Adults Open
Older adults appear to experience high levels of sub-clinical emotional distress. Past literature has predominantly focussed on ameliorating suffering in individuals with diagnosed mental illnesses, while neglecting research investigating …
View article: Understanding perspectives of older adults on the role of technology in the wider context of their social relationships
Understanding perspectives of older adults on the role of technology in the wider context of their social relationships Open
Technological interventions are increasingly popular methods of targeting and preventing loneliness in older adults. Research has identified various factors that influence the willingness and propensity of older adults to integrate technol…