Effects of Health Coaching on Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Chung Edwin Ka Hung, Yeung Dannii Y, Chen Frank Youhua
Primary Institution: City University of Hong Kong
Hypothesis
Does health coaching improve patient activation and well-being in community-dwelling older adults?
Conclusion
Health coaching significantly improved patient activation and nutrition behaviors while reducing loneliness and depression in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Health coaching significantly increased patient activation.
- Health coaching improved nutrition-related health behaviors.
- Health coaching reduced loneliness in older adults.
- Health coaching decreased depression levels in older adults.
Takeaway
Health coaching helps older people feel better and take care of their health.
Methodology
Participants received a 12-18 week home-based health coaching intervention, with measurements taken before and after the intervention.
Limitations
The study's effectiveness in older adults with lower education and multiple chronic diseases remains uncertain.
Participant Demographics
Older Hong Kong Chinese adults, average age 79.1 years.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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