Insights from a Virtual Intergenerational Yoga Intervention
Author Information
Author(s): Martens Nancy, Schutte Debra
Primary Institution: University of Michigan, Flint, Michigan, United States
Hypothesis
The study aimed to determine the feasibility and acceptability of a virtual intergenerational yoga intervention.
Conclusion
The study concluded that socialization and yoga interventions can improve health outcomes related to social isolation and depressive symptoms.
Supporting Evidence
- Pre-screening for social isolation and depression are impactful assessment modalities.
- Utilizing a Senior Certified Yoga Instructor added necessary expense and scalability challenges.
- Specialized yoga programming may be cost-prohibitive.
- Provision of community yoga resources was limited by COVID-19.
Takeaway
This study shows that older adults and college students can benefit from doing yoga together online, which helps them feel less lonely and happier.
Methodology
The intervention was delivered virtually, twice weekly, for six weeks to older adults and college students.
Potential Biases
Sampling bias can be overcome with intentional recruitment strategies.
Limitations
The study design did not allow for direct comparison of efficacy between older adults and college students, and there were challenges in delivering the intergenerational component virtually.
Participant Demographics
The study included 23 older adults and 12 college students.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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