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Melissa Côrtes da Rosa1, Carolina Böettge Rosa1, Raquel de Melo Boff2
1Graduate Program in Biomedical Gerontology, School of Medicine, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
This systematic review protocol examines the Transtheoretical Model (TTM) for promoting lifestyle changes in older adults. It aims to determine if TTM-based interventions are more effective than conventional methods for this demographic.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Adherence to lifestyle modifications presents a significant challenge for healthcare providers.
- The Transtheoretical Model (TTM) is a framework designed to facilitate behavioral changes across various health conditions and age demographics.
- The efficacy of TTM interventions specifically within the older adult population remains largely unexplored.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effectiveness of Transtheoretical Model (TTM)-based interventions compared to conventional approaches for promoting lifestyle changes in adults aged 65 and over.
- To address the gap in knowledge regarding TTM's applicability and impact on the health behaviors of older individuals.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review protocol adhering to PRISMA-P guidelines.
- Comprehensive literature search across multiple databases (MEDLINE/PubMed, EMBASE, LILACS, CENTRAL, WoS, PsycINFO).
- Inclusion of randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental studies evaluating TTM interventions against conventional methods in older adults; exclusion of studies not addressing TTM stages of change or using pharmacological comparators. Independent screening, data extraction, risk of bias assessment (GRADE), and potential meta-analysis or narrative synthesis (SWiM).
Main Results:
- This section will be populated upon completion of the systematic review.
- Anticipated findings will compare the effectiveness of TTM-based lifestyle interventions against standard care for older adults.
Conclusions:
- This systematic review will provide crucial insights into the effectiveness of the Transtheoretical Model for facilitating lifestyle changes in older adults.
- Findings will inform healthcare professionals on evidence-based strategies to support healthy aging and behavior modification in this demographic.
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