Caregiver experience of the Norwegian manual for individual cognitive stimulation therapy (iCST): a qualitative study
CONCLUSION: When the carer understands the iCST programme as a tool and adapts it to the specific needs of the person with dementia then co-occupation and positive interactions happen. However, some carers would benefit from supervision and the iCST programme did not address all persons with dementia.PMID:38356118 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2313725 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - February 15, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Kristine G Mads ø Rita Weum Torhild Holthe Source Type: research
Caregiver experience of the Norwegian manual for individual cognitive stimulation therapy (iCST): a qualitative study
CONCLUSION: When the carer understands the iCST programme as a tool and adapts it to the specific needs of the person with dementia then co-occupation and positive interactions happen. However, some carers would benefit from supervision and the iCST programme did not address all persons with dementia.PMID:38356118 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2313725 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - February 15, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Kristine G Mads ø Rita Weum Torhild Holthe Source Type: research
Do reductions of daily activities mediate the relationship between COVID-19 restrictions and mental ill-health among older persons in Europe?
CONCLUSIONS: The study highlights the essential role of maintaining daily activities, particularly walking, to mitigate the negative psychological effects of pandemic-related restrictions among older populations in Europe.PMID:38353508 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2313726 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - February 14, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Filip Fors Connolly Jenny Olofsson Maria Josefsson Source Type: research
Depressive symptom trajectory of older adults with diabetes: exploring the role of physical activities using latent growth modeling
CONCLUSION: The findings underscore the importance of implementing targeted interventions to encourage and promote physical activities among older adults with diabetes, recognizing the potential benefits for managing their mental health.PMID:38353514 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2313722 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - February 14, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Young Ji Yoon Source Type: research
Patterns of suicide intent disclosures among older adult decedents, 2016-2018: a qualitative analysis
CONCLUSION: Findings from this work suggest the content of suicide intent disclosures may vary considerably but demonstrate consistent patterns. Dismissal of such disclosures is a common response, likely due to inability to assess sincerity. Given the high rate of lethality among suicide attempts in late life, any intent disclosures should be critically evaluated.PMID:38344991 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2313734 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - February 12, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Kristen A DeBois Sheryl L Chatfield Shelly D Evans Baaba Essel Saroj Bista Erin R Orlins Source Type: research
'If I don't take care of me, then I can't be there for others:' a qualitative study of caregiving relationships among older women living with HIV
CONCLUSION: Being a caregiver and care recipient are sources of meaning and strength to help OWLH manage HIV. Public health programs should consider engaging both OWLH and their care networks in healthcare discussions and educational efforts.PMID:38327025 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2313729 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - February 8, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Thi Vu Marielle Quinn Julie Womack Joan Monin Source Type: research
Evidence of validity and reliability of the Colombian version of Addenbroke's Cognitive Examination Revised (ACE-R)
CONCLUSION: The Colombian version of the ACE-R demonstrates to be a valid and reliable global cognitive screening tool. It is effective at discerning MCI individuals from healthy within a group of participants with a low education level.PMID:38321891 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2023.2300383 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - February 7, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Jasm ín Bonilla-Santos Alfredis Gonz ález-Hernández Willian Sierra-Bar ón Andr és Gómez-Acosta Dorian Yisela Cala-Mart ínez Source Type: research
Prospective exploration of the role of combined internalizing symptoms in self-reported memory among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic
CONCLUSIONS: Pre-pandemic depression predicted a decline in SRM regardless of anxiety. Moderation analyses revealed that the extent to which anxiety symptoms influenced SRM was dependent on depression being at or above the mean. Those with high anxiety and depression are at highest risk of experiencing cognitive consequences related to stressful exposures like COVID-19.PMID:38285681 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2023.2297049 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 29, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Dawn C Carr Brad Schmidt Frederick T Schubert Natalie Sachs-Ericsson Source Type: research
Political activism and wellbeing among older adults in Israel
This study investigates the influence of the political-social crisis that unfolded in Israel in 2023 on the wellbeing of senior citizens. Additionally, it explores whether their participation in protests has contributed to their wellbeing.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: We conducted interviews with 30 older adults who were actively engaged in the protest movement against the judicial overhaul. Our sampling approach was designed to encompass a diverse range of factors, including various age groups beyond 65 years, prior involvement in protest activities, geographical distribution, religious involvement, professional background...
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 27, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Sarit Okun Liat Ayalon Source Type: research
Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia and adverse patient outcomes post-hospitalization
CONCLUSIONS: These findings highlight BPSD during hospitalization as potentially modifiable risk factors of adverse outcomes.PMID:38247272 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2304551 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 22, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Diane Berish Ashley Kuzmik Marie Boltz Source Type: research
The mediating role of health-related behavior in the relationship between wisdom and depressive symptoms in older Polish adults
CONCLUSION: Wiser seniors tend to take part in more health-promoting behavior, which may prevent depressive symptoms. The findings support the important role played by wisdom in mental health-promoting interventions for older adults.PMID:38233975 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2302313 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 18, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Magdalena Zadworna Monika Ardelt Source Type: research
How reminiscing about deceased close others together with continuing bonds relates to grief severity and personal growth: a cross-sectional study with bereaved adults
CONCLUSION: Continuing bonds help explain why reminiscing for intimacy maintenance can be harmful in terms of grief severity but also fosters personal growth after the loss.PMID:38229226 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2301737 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 17, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Tabea Wolf Lisa Nusser Philippe Cappeliez Source Type: research
Unpaid carers' experiences of supporting people with dementia to use social media
Conclusions: These findings shed light on the complexities of caring in the digital age. Many carers are supporting people with dementia in using social media, but there is little guidance on how best to do this. As older adults continue to embrace social media, carers, support organisations, and policymakers must adapt and work with technology developers to ensure safe and supportive online experiences.PMID:38217299 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2024.2301725 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 13, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Catherine V Talbot Daisy Roe Joel G Anderson Warren J Donnellan Samantha A Wilson Siobhan T O'Dwyer Source Type: research
A prospective association between social isolation and cognitive performance among older adults in Europe: the role of loneliness and poor oral health
CONCLUSION: In later life, social isolation and loneliness are associated with shoddy oral health and poor cognitive status. Clinicians and policymakers should be aware of both the association between social isolation and feelings of loneliness on dentition and oral health and their relationship to the cognitive status of older adults.PMID:38192062 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2023.2299968 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 9, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Rabia Khalaila Ella Cohn-Schwartz Sharon Shiovitz-Ezra Brian Lawlor Source Type: research
A prospective association between social isolation and cognitive performance among older adults in Europe: the role of loneliness and poor oral health
CONCLUSION: In later life, social isolation and loneliness are associated with shoddy oral health and poor cognitive status. Clinicians and policymakers should be aware of both the association between social isolation and feelings of loneliness on dentition and oral health and their relationship to the cognitive status of older adults.PMID:38192062 | DOI:10.1080/13607863.2023.2299968 (Source: Aging and Mental Health)
Source: Aging and Mental Health - January 9, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Rabia Khalaila Ella Cohn-Schwartz Sharon Shiovitz-Ezra Brian Lawlor Source Type: research
