175 A Dyadic Approach to Life-Threatening Illness in Older Adults and their Spouse Carers

ConclusionFindings highlight the importance of taking a dyadic approach to life-threatening illness in older adults and the role of interpersonal and familial variables on the mental health of both members. Interventions to support and strengthen relationships and communication and address depressive symptoms of both members of the dyad are warranted.
Source: Age and Ageing - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research