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Berit Ingersoll-Dayton¹, Ruth Campbell, Jung-Hwa Ha

¹School of Social Work, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109, USA. bid@umich.edu

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This study shows that a therapeutic forgiveness intervention improved long-term forgiveness and reduced depression in older adults. Physical health saw short-term gains, but anxiety and social support remained unchanged.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Social Work
Clinical Psychology

Background:

Forgiveness interventions are increasingly recognized for their therapeutic potential.
Social work with older adults can benefit from evidence-based therapeutic models.
The biopsychosocial model is crucial for understanding aging and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the applicability of Enright's therapeutic model of forgiveness in social work with older adults.
To assess the impact of a group forgiveness intervention on forgiveness and biopsychosocial functioning in older adults.

Main Methods:

A sample of 20 older adults (aged 57-82) participated in 8 weekly forgiveness group sessions.
Biopsychosocial functioning and forgiveness measures were collected pre- and post-intervention.
A 4-month follow-up session assessed long-term effects.

Main Results:

Participants demonstrated significant long-term improvements in forgiveness and reduced depression.
A short-term enhancement in physical health was observed.
No significant changes were noted in anxiety levels or social support.

Conclusions:

The therapeutic model of forgiveness is applicable and beneficial for social work interventions with older adults.
Forgiveness interventions can lead to sustained improvements in emotional well-being and reduced depressive symptoms in later life.
Further research should explore interventions targeting anxiety and social support in this population.