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Hope: a relevant concept for geriatric psychiatry.
1College of Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, Illinois.
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
|April 1, 1990
Summary
This study explored hope in older adults, shifting focus from treating hopelessness to maintaining hope. Findings suggest a new intervention model for promoting hope in this population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychiatry
- Health Psychology
Background:
- Current psychiatric approaches primarily address hopelessness, neglecting the proactive maintenance of hope.
- Hope is a critical factor in well-being, particularly for older adults in community settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the factors associated with maintaining hope in community-based older adults.
- To develop an intervention model for enhancing hope among the elderly population.
Main Methods:
- A general linear model was employed to analyze the relationships between hope and other relevant variables.
- Data were collected from a sample of community-dwelling older adults.
Main Results:
- The study identified key variables influencing hope maintenance in older adults.
- The general linear model provided insights into the complex interplay of factors affecting hope.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the dynamics of hope is crucial for effective interventions in geriatric mental health.
- The proposed intervention model offers a framework for promoting psychological resilience and well-being in older adults.