Videoconferencing as a method of treatment delivery for older adults: The effectiveness of a behavioral activation treatment

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Lazzari ◽  
S. J. Egan ◽  
C. S. Rees
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Behavioral Activation ◽  
Treatment Delivery

scholarly journals Comparing the Protective Value of Human and Pet Social Support on Well-Being of Older Adults During COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 936-936
Author(s):  
Juliet Sobering ◽  
Lisa Brown
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Positive Emotions ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Behavioral Activation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Benefits ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Media Reports

Abstract Older adults are vulnerable to particular risk factors that contribute to lower well-being and poorer functioning. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of social support has been highlighted in media reports because of its well-known beneficial effects on overall well-being. However, as adults age, social networks, contacts, and activities naturally decrease. These age-related losses are often difficult, if not impossible, to replace. Pets have recently been recognized as a valuable source of social support for many older adults, providing both physical and psychological benefits through mutual connection and behavioral activation. Previous studies have examined how human social support or pet social support enhance older adults’ well-being (i.e., positive emotions, engagement, relationships, accomplishment, and meaning). However, there is a gap in our scientific knowledge as previous research has not evaluated if pet social support can serve as a protective factor in the absence of adequate human social support. Current analyses, with 141 older adult participants, suggests that pet owners with a positive attachment to their pet experience higher well-being as pets serve as a coping resource that protects against common life stressors. Similar to human social support, pet social support appears to be a protective factor that also promotes and fosters a sense of well-being in older adults. Support in late life is especially important for families and agencies to be attuned to, especially during a global pandemic.

scholarly journals Telephone-based Behavioral Activation with Mental Imagery for depression: a pilot randomized clinical trial in isolated older adults during the Covid-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johnny Pellas ◽  
Fritz Renner ◽  
Julie Lin Ji ◽  
Mattias Damberg
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Randomized Clinical Trial ◽  
Mental Imagery ◽  
Treatment Condition ◽  
Behavioral Activation ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Older Individuals ◽  
Increased Risk

ObjectivesTo shield vulnerable persons, particularly the eldery, during the Covid-19 pandemic governments around the world have adviced to use social distancing and self-isolation. Social isolation might put older adults at an increased risk for mental health problems such as depression. There is a need for brief, easy-accessible psychological treatments for depressive symptoms that can be delivered remotely. The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary efficacy of telephone-delivered Behavioral Activation with Mental Imagery for the treatment of depressive symptoms in individuals 65 years and older living in isolation during the covid-19-pandemic.MethodsIn this open-label pilot randomized clinical trial, N = 41 individuals aged 65 years or older with clinically significant symptoms of depression were randomly assigned to either a Behavioral Activation with Mental Imagery treatment condition, or an Attention-Assessment control condition delivered over the telephone over a four week period.ResultsDepressive symptoms decreased more in the treatment condition compared to the control condition. At post treatment 2 out of 16 participants in the treatment condition met diagnostic criteria for depression compared to 9 out of 13 in the control condition. Most participants in the treatment condition were satisfied with the treatment and few adverse effects were observed.ConclusionsThis pilot study suggests that behavioral activation with mental imagery delivered over the telephone is feasible, acceptable and potentially efficacious for the treatment of depressive symptoms in older individuals living in isolation. Replication in larger samples is needed.

Behavioral Activation With Older Adults: A Quality of Life Intervention

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn S. Moss ◽  
Forrest R. Scogin ◽  
Candace Hancock ◽  
Carlos Codina
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Behavioral Activation

scholarly journals Addressing physical, functional, and physiological outcomes in older adults via integrated mHealth intervention

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 934-935
Author(s):  
Melba Hernandez-Tejada ◽  
Sundaravadivel Balasubramanian ◽  
John Bian ◽  
Mohan Madisetti ◽  
Alexis Nagel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Behavioral Activation ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Lower Income ◽  
Physical Strength ◽  
Mhealth Intervention ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
Physiological Outcomes

Abstract Objective We evaluated components of an integrated mobile (m)Health-based intervention "Activate for Life" (AFL) on health outcomes in lower-income older adults (65 years and older). Method: AFL incorporates balance (Otago; OG), physical strength (Gentle Yoga and Yogic Breathing; GYYB), and mental engagement (Behavioral Activation; BA) components. Thirty participants were randomly allocated to one of three Arms (n=10 per each arm): OG (Arm 1), (OG+GYYB (Arm2), or OG+GYYB+BA (Arm 3, or full AFL). Groups were evaluated for physical, functional and physiological endpoints at baseline, and posttreatment (12-weeks and/or 3-month follow up). Results Improvements over time in pain interference and 1,5 Ag biomarker were noted for all groups. No significant changes were observed in other physical, functional and physiological measures. DiscussionThis study illustrated potential benefits of the AFL intervention on the health of lower-income older adults and lessons learned from this pilot will be used to make improvements for a large-scale randomized controlled trial.

scholarly journals Feasibility trial of an integrated treatment “Activate for Life” for physical and mental well-being in older adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 947-948
Author(s):  
Melba Hernandez-Tejada ◽  
Sundaravadivel Balasubramanian ◽  
Alexis Nagel ◽  
Mohan Madisetti ◽  
Teresa Kelechi
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Patient Satisfaction ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Behavioral Activation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Integrated Treatment ◽  
Feasibility Trial ◽  
Repeated Measures Design ◽  
Yogic Breathing

Abstract This study describes the feasibility and patient satisfaction for an integrated treatment to address multiple health outcomes in a sample of older adults living in a low-income independent residence facility and their own homes in the community. Specifically, 30 older adults were offered the opportunity to participate in a feasibility study of different components of Activate for Life treatment targeting balance and physical strength (Otago Exercise Program), breathing retraining (Gentle Yoga and Yogic Breathing), and mental health (Behavioral Activation for Depression). Three treatment combinations were compared in a randomized repeated measures design to determine if adding components to the existing Otago program were feasible and if this affected patient satisfaction. Arm1: the Otago strength and balance program alone (n = 10); Arm 2: Otago + Gentle Yoga and Yogic Breathing (n = 10); and Arm 3: Otago + Gentle Yoga and Yogic Breathing + Behavioral Activation (we named this combination ‘Activate for Life’ n = 10). Dependent measures included recruitment rate, session completion characteristics, and satisfaction with the program. Overall, study and treatment components proved feasible, and participants reported high satisfaction with all 3 Arms.

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