USING LIFE REVIEW TO EXPLORE DEATH EXPERIENCES AND SELF-MANAGEMENT AMONG HEALTHY OLDER ADULTS IN TAIWAN
2024
Exploring Death Experiences and Self-Management in Older Adults
Sample size: 11
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Author Information
Author(s): Tsou Hsin-Ying, Ten Pan Yu, Kuo Tsuann
Primary Institution: Chung Shan Medical University
Hypothesis
This study aims to explore the changing process of understanding death and self-arrangement among healthy older adults in Taiwan.
Conclusion
The life review group can effectively guide older adults to discuss their death experience and self-arrangement.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants expressed uncertainty about discussing death initially.
- Participants learned there is no standard answer for funerals, only respect for the deceased.
- Participants became willing to make their own funeral and medical arrangements.
Takeaway
The study helps older adults talk about death and make plans for it, which can be hard but important.
Methodology
The study involved participant observations and document text analysis during ten life review group sessions.
Participant Demographics
11 healthy older adults in Taiwan.
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