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Bibliotherapy for Depressed Older Adults: A Self-Help Alternative.
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Scogin, Forrest; And Others – Gerontologist, 1987
Investigated the efficacy of bibliotherapy with mildly to moderately depressed older adults (N=29). Observed significant treatment effects with cognitive bibliotherapy superior to the attention control on all measures. Suggests self-help programs may be a viable alternative or adjunct to meeting the mental health needs of the older adult.…
Descriptors: Bibliotherapy, Counseling Techniques, Depression (Psychology), Mental Health Programs
The Effectiveness of Peer-Led and Professionally Led Groups to Support Family Caregivers.
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Toseland, Ronald W.; And Others – Gerontologist, 1989
Studied effects of professionally led and peer-led family caregiver groups (N=56) on psychological functioning, informal support networks, and positive personal changes in handling of caregiver role. Found professionally led groups produced greatest psychological functioning improvement and peer-led groups produced greatest increases in informal…
Descriptors: Adult Children, Coping, Family Caregivers, Frail Elderly