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Soins. Gerontologie
|July 26, 2021
Summary
Storytelling enhances well-being and calm in dependent elderly individuals. This narrative art engages imagination, memories, and emotions, fostering a sense of peace in residential care settings.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychology
- Arts in Healthcare
Background:
- Storytelling is a powerful communication tool.
- It uniquely engages cognitive and emotional faculties.
- Its therapeutic potential in elderly care is increasingly recognized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the impact of storytelling on dependent elderly individuals.
- To document a storyteller's experiences in residential care settings.
- To highlight the benefits of narrative arts for emotional well-being.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative data collection through a storyteller's personal account.
- Focus on experiences within open and protected sectors of residential institutions.
- Descriptive analysis of narrative engagement and emotional responses.
Main Results:
- Storytelling effectively stimulates imagination and evokes memories.
- Participants reported increased feelings of well-being and calmness.
- The practice facilitated emotional expression and connection.
Conclusions:
- Storytelling serves as a valuable therapeutic modality for dependent elderly populations.
- It promotes psychological comfort and reduces feelings of isolation.
- Integrating arts, like storytelling, enhances quality of life in long-term care.
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