Impact of a Telephone Reminiscence Program on the Mental Health of Older Adults: A Randomized Wait-List Control Trial
2024
Impact of a Telephone Reminiscence Program on Older Adults' Mental Health
Sample size: 90
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Shellman Juliette, Yang Yuxuan, Graham Cameron
Primary Institution: University of Connecticut
Hypothesis
Does a telephone reminiscence intervention improve mental health outcomes in older adults?
Conclusion
The telephone reminiscence program significantly improved the psychological well-being of older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- The intervention group received 3 phone calls per week for 6 weeks.
- Participants' mental health was measured using the Mental Health Continuum Scale.
- Results showed a significant improvement in psychological well-being.
Takeaway
Talking about their lives on the phone helped older people feel better mentally.
Methodology
A double-blinded randomized controlled trial with a telephone reminiscence intervention.
Limitations
Non-significant findings in social and emotional well-being may be due to the short duration of the intervention.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling older adults.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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