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Transforming inspiration to program application: the journey of transitional keys
- Authors:
- SHERMAN Andrea, WEINER Marsha
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 35(3), 2011, pp.47-51.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
Transitional Keys is a multi-disciplinary arts and wellness programme that uses the 'ritual response' to transform times of change and transition into opportunities for growth and opportunities to improve the quality of life for older adults. Based on the work of Barbara Myerhff that is implemented in a variety of care settings for a variety of providers. The authors discuss how to teach about ritual; distinguishing between ritual and ceremony; and demonstrate that ritual is a multidisciplinary art form that can use movement, theatre, writing, poetry, and music.
Enhancing quality of life in functionally vulnerable older adults: from randomized trial to standard care
- Authors:
- GITLIN Laura N., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 34(1), Spring 2010, pp.84-87. Published online.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
Individuals at any age can learn new strategies to engage in valued activities. Advancing Better Living for Elders or ABLE is a home-based intervention for functionally vulnerable older adults based on the Lifespan Theory of Control. An active phase of the intervention involves five occupational therapy sessions and one physical therapy home session (90 minutes) over six months. Use and challenges around the ABLE program are discussed.
Cognitive support for elders through technology
- Authors:
- ROGERS Wendy A., FISK Arthur D.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 30(2), Summer 2006, pp.38-43.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
Describe an innovative research programme at Georgia Institute of Technology in the United States, which focused on the development of 'aware home technology', that is cognitive interventions for older adults that support the maintenance of their health and well-being.
Telling and listening to stories: creating a wisdom environment for older people
- Author:
- KENYON Gary
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 27(3), 2003, pp.25-29.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
This article emphasises the effectiveness and usefulness of life stories in the context of intervention in gerontology.
Connections between vision, hearing and cognitive function in old age
- Authors:
- WAHL Hans-Werner, HEYL Vera
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 27(1), Spring 2003, pp.39-45.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
Looks at the associations between a person's age and level of function in the areas of vision, hearing and cognitive function. Summarises what is currently known about changes in function with age and includes implications for practice. Draws on the findings of recent research.
Results of intervention research: implications for practice
- Author:
- ROSE Debra J.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 26(4), Winter 2002, pp.60-65.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
This American article looks at three intervention strategies which have been proven to be the most effective in reducing fall incidence rates and fall-related injuries among the older adult population. Presents an overview of the strategies: exercised-based interventions; environmental modifications; and mulitfactoral risk-factor assessment and abatement strategies, and highlights relevant research.
Using cognitive behavioral strategies to reduce fear of falling: a matter of balance
- Author:
- PETERSON Elizabeth Walker
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 26(4), Winter 2002, pp.53-59.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
Reports on an American five year ranondomised controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy of a group based programme designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity among older adults. The article reviews the principles of cognitive-behavioural theory and describes how those principles are put into practice through the programme.
Implementing evidence based practices in geriatric mental health
- Authors:
- BARTELS Stephen J., HALEY William E., DUMS Aricca R.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 26(1), Spring 2002, pp.90-98.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
At a time when information on new treatment is rapidly growing, clinicians are challenged to identify the interventions that are best supported by the research literature. This challenge is particularly daunting in the field of mental health because the number of well designed treatment studies is relatively small and treatments designed for younger people must be applied to a geriatric population which may respond in a different way.
Dementia: a cross cultural perspective on risk factors
- Authors:
- WATARI Kecia, GATZ Magaret
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 26(1), Spring 2002, pp.32-39.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
This article provides a review of research on the frequency of dementia and the factors that put people at risk, with implications for intervention and prevention. Where possible the authors address ethnic or cultural differences. However too little research has been been conducted in subject, including the difference in rates of disorder and risk factor profiles.