THE POWER OF ARTS-BASED ACTIVITIES: APPLICATIONS OF AN INTERGENERATIONAL HAIKU-MAKING ACTIVITY
2024
The Power of Arts-Based Activities: Intergenerational Haiku-Making
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Author Information
Author(s): Matsumoto Yoshiko, Maeda Harumi
Primary Institution: Stanford University
Hypothesis
Can intergenerational haiku-making activities enhance the well-being of older adults?
Conclusion
The haiku-making activity significantly improved emotional well-being and intergenerational understanding among participants.
Supporting Evidence
- The activity led to increased emotional well-being for older participants.
- Intergenerational understanding was enhanced through the haiku-making process.
- The activity was adapted for older Japanese immigrants to incorporate their language heritage.
Takeaway
This study shows that making poems together can help older people feel better and connect with younger people.
Methodology
The study involved older adults with mild cognitive impairment and university students creating haiku poems and participating in feedback interviews.
Participant Demographics
Older adults living with mild cognitive impairment and university students.
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