On the role of personality in successful aging: A scoping review
This study aimed to critically examine current knowledge on the role of personality in successful aging, considering McAdams' (Hooker & McAdams, 2003; McAdams, 2015) three-level, six-foci model of personality. The aim was also to pinpoint knowledge gaps that research should address in the future.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: We carried out a scoping review on the literature on successful aging and personality, following the five-step framework proposed by Arksey and O'Malley (2005) and further expanded by Levac et al. (2010).RESULTS: Research into the role of personality in successful aging has grown significantly over ...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 24, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Rodrigo Serrat Valentina Cannella Karima Chacur-Kiss Joan Pons-Vila Clemens Tesch-R ömer Source Type: research
Nurturing attentiveness: a naturalistic observation study of personal care interactions between people with advanced dementia and their caregivers
DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS: Findings draw on real-world empirical evidence to reinvigorate the notion of person-centredness in dementia care. The findings provide much needed insight into practical ways to improve care interactions for people with advanced dementia and enhance their personhood. Appropriate training/guidance for caregivers could support positive personal care experiences for both the person with dementia and caregiver.PMID:38267689 | DOI:10.1093/geront/gnae004 (Source: The Gerontologist)
Source: The Gerontologist - January 24, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Tamara Backhouse Yun-Hee Jeon Anne Killett Jessica Green Mizanur Khondoker Eneida Mioshi Source Type: research
Exploring social determinants of mental health of older unforced migrants: A systematic review
DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS: The review highlights the need to recognize the diversity among older migrants to develop policies and programs that address their specific circumstances. Recognizing their strengths, rather than focusing solely on their vulnerabilities will help create a more positive and supportive environment, enabling them to thrive in their new communities.PMID:38267817 | DOI:10.1093/geront/gnae003 (Source: The Gerontologist)
Source: The Gerontologist - January 24, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Pankhuri Bhatia Helen McLaren Yunong Huang Source Type: research
Understanding Experiences of Caregivers of Spouses with Dementia During Caregiver Healthcare Emergencies
DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS: Many caregivers are not prepared for their own hospitalization. The stress trajectory through important phases of dementia caregiving and a caregiver's own hospitalization is not universal. Meeting the needs of caregivers peri-hospitalization should be tailored to the individual caregiver.PMID:38205833 | DOI:10.1093/geront/gnad165 (Source: The Gerontologist)
Source: The Gerontologist - January 11, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Andrea E Daddato Kathy S Gleason Blythe A Dollar Tobie E McPhail Courtney R Kraus Rebecca S Boxer Source Type: research
Correction to: Rewriting the Story of Mid- and Late-Life Family Caregiving: Applying a Narrative Identity Framework
Gerontologist. 2024 Feb 1;64(2):gnad162. doi: 10.1093/geront/gnad162.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38206577 | PMC:PMC10846559 | DOI:10.1093/geront/gnad162 (Source: The Gerontologist)
Source: The Gerontologist - January 11, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research
Cohort Differences in PTSD Symptoms and Military Experiences: A Life Course Perspective
DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS: From a life course perspective, the particular war zone that Veterans served in was less important than demographics and both service and postservice experiences, suggesting generalizability of risk and protective factors, as well as treatment modalities, across cohorts.PMID:38198657 | DOI:10.1093/geront/gnad129 (Source: The Gerontologist)
Source: The Gerontologist - January 10, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Maria L Kurth Dakota D Witzel Suzanne C Segerstrom Soyoung Choun Carolyn M Aldwin PhD Source Type: research
"Nobody but a family member can do it quite the same way": Understanding the meaning of mealtimes to residents and families in long-term care homes during the pandemic
This study aims to understand the mealtime experiences of residents and family care partners during the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions were put in place in LTC and retirement homes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Interpretive description analysis of qualitative interviews in LTC and retirement homes, with 17 family care partners and 4 residents. Convenience and snowball sampling used to recruit participants for telephone interviews.RESULTS: Three themes were generated. Compromised mealtimes mean compromising community - meals were seen by participants as a key social and community-building event of the home; they reporte...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 2, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Heather H Keller Sarah A Wu Allison Cammer Christina Lengyel Ruth Harvie Hannah M O'Rourke Hana Dakkak Vanessa Trinca Natalie Carrier Susan E Slaughter Source Type: research
"Nobody but a family member can do it quite the same way": Understanding the meaning of mealtimes to residents and families in long-term care homes during the pandemic
This study aims to understand the mealtime experiences of residents and family care partners during the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions were put in place in LTC and retirement homes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Interpretive description analysis of qualitative interviews in LTC and retirement homes, with 17 family care partners and 4 residents. Convenience and snowball sampling used to recruit participants for telephone interviews.RESULTS: Three themes were generated. Compromised mealtimes mean compromising community - meals were seen by participants as a key social and community-building event of the home; they reporte...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 2, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Heather H Keller Sarah A Wu Allison Cammer Christina Lengyel Ruth Harvie Hannah M O'Rourke Hana Dakkak Vanessa Trinca Natalie Carrier Susan E Slaughter Source Type: research
"Nobody but a family member can do it quite the same way": Understanding the meaning of mealtimes to residents and families in long-term care homes during the pandemic
This study aims to understand the mealtime experiences of residents and family care partners during the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions were put in place in LTC and retirement homes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Interpretive description analysis of qualitative interviews in LTC and retirement homes, with 17 family care partners and 4 residents. Convenience and snowball sampling used to recruit participants for telephone interviews.RESULTS: Three themes were generated. Compromised mealtimes mean compromising community - meals were seen by participants as a key social and community-building event of the home; they reporte...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 2, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Heather H Keller Sarah A Wu Allison Cammer Christina Lengyel Ruth Harvie Hannah M O'Rourke Hana Dakkak Vanessa Trinca Natalie Carrier Susan E Slaughter Source Type: research
"Nobody but a family member can do it quite the same way": Understanding the meaning of mealtimes to residents and families in long-term care homes during the pandemic
This study aims to understand the mealtime experiences of residents and family care partners during the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions were put in place in LTC and retirement homes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Interpretive description analysis of qualitative interviews in LTC and retirement homes, with 17 family care partners and 4 residents. Convenience and snowball sampling used to recruit participants for telephone interviews.RESULTS: Three themes were generated. Compromised mealtimes mean compromising community - meals were seen by participants as a key social and community-building event of the home; they reporte...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 2, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Heather H Keller Sarah A Wu Allison Cammer Christina Lengyel Ruth Harvie Hannah M O'Rourke Hana Dakkak Vanessa Trinca Natalie Carrier Susan E Slaughter Source Type: research
"Nobody but a family member can do it quite the same way": Understanding the meaning of mealtimes to residents and families in long-term care homes during the pandemic
This study aims to understand the mealtime experiences of residents and family care partners during the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions were put in place in LTC and retirement homes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Interpretive description analysis of qualitative interviews in LTC and retirement homes, with 17 family care partners and 4 residents. Convenience and snowball sampling used to recruit participants for telephone interviews.RESULTS: Three themes were generated. Compromised mealtimes mean compromising community - meals were seen by participants as a key social and community-building event of the home; they reporte...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 2, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Heather H Keller Sarah A Wu Allison Cammer Christina Lengyel Ruth Harvie Hannah M O'Rourke Hana Dakkak Vanessa Trinca Natalie Carrier Susan E Slaughter Source Type: research
"Nobody but a family member can do it quite the same way": Understanding the meaning of mealtimes to residents and families in long-term care homes during the pandemic
This study aims to understand the mealtime experiences of residents and family care partners during the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions were put in place in LTC and retirement homes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Interpretive description analysis of qualitative interviews in LTC and retirement homes, with 17 family care partners and 4 residents. Convenience and snowball sampling used to recruit participants for telephone interviews.RESULTS: Three themes were generated. Compromised mealtimes mean compromising community - meals were seen by participants as a key social and community-building event of the home; they reporte...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 2, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Heather H Keller Sarah A Wu Allison Cammer Christina Lengyel Ruth Harvie Hannah M O'Rourke Hana Dakkak Vanessa Trinca Natalie Carrier Susan E Slaughter Source Type: research
"Nobody but a family member can do it quite the same way": Understanding the meaning of mealtimes to residents and families in long-term care homes during the pandemic
This study aims to understand the mealtime experiences of residents and family care partners during the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions were put in place in LTC and retirement homes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Interpretive description analysis of qualitative interviews in LTC and retirement homes, with 17 family care partners and 4 residents. Convenience and snowball sampling used to recruit participants for telephone interviews.RESULTS: Three themes were generated. Compromised mealtimes mean compromising community - meals were seen by participants as a key social and community-building event of the home; they reporte...
Source: The Gerontologist - January 2, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Heather H Keller Sarah A Wu Allison Cammer Christina Lengyel Ruth Harvie Hannah M O'Rourke Hana Dakkak Vanessa Trinca Natalie Carrier Susan E Slaughter Source Type: research
Music engagement as part of everyday life in dementia caregiving relationships at home
This study examined music engagement in the context of daily life to identify patterns of music engagement and potential targets for the design of music-based interventions to support well-being.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: This ethnographic, in-home study of people living with dementia and their family and professional care partners used methods from ethnomusicology, including semi-structured interviews and in-home participant-observation with a focus on music engagement.RESULTS: 21 dyads were purposively recruited for diversity in terms of gender, ethnicity/race/heritage, caregiving relationship and music experiences. De...
Source: The Gerontologist - December 30, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Theresa A Allison Jennie M Gubner Krista L Harrison Alexander K Smith Deborah E Barnes Kenneth E Covinsky Kristine Yaffe Julene K Johnson Source Type: research
In Darkness We Meet: Annie Ernaux's Account of Care and Dementia
Gerontologist. 2023 Dec 27:gnad175. doi: 10.1093/geront/gnad175. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe complexities surrounding aging, dementia, and care are timely and urgent issues that transcend beyond institutional boundaries, evincing a critical debate on later life across disciplines. In recent decades, there has been a significant rise in literary and cultural representations of dementia and care narratives, which offer valuable insights into the intricate paradigms of living and growing older with this condition. In her memoir I Remain in Darkness (1999), the Nobel Prize winning author Annie Ernaux provides a candid ac...
Source: The Gerontologist - December 27, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Ieva Ston čikaitė Óscar Ortega Montero Source Type: research
