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Relocation stress and the elderly

B R Hasselkus

    The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
    |November 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Relocation causes significant stress for elderly individuals, leading to health issues. Occupational therapists can mitigate this stress by modifying contributing factors, improving well-being.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Environmental Psychology

    Background:

    • Relocation is a significant stressor for the elderly, potentially causing severe physical and psychological health problems.
    • Several contributing factors to relocation stress in older adults have been identified in existing literature.
    • The impact of relocation stress can range from increased illness to mortality.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the existing literature on relocation stress in the elderly.
    • To explore the role of occupational therapists in minimizing relocation-related stress.
    • To apply occupational therapy principles to address factors contributing to relocation stress.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on relocation stress in older adults.

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  • Analysis of occupational therapy's potential interventions for relocation stressors.
  • Synthesis of findings to inform occupational therapy practice.

    • Main Results:

    • Relocation stress is a multifaceted issue impacting elderly health.
    • Occupational therapists possess skills to modify environmental and personal factors contributing to stress.
    • Interventions can reduce the negative effects of relocation on the elderly population.

    Conclusions:

    • Occupational therapy offers a valuable framework for addressing relocation stress in the elderly.
    • Proactive occupational therapy interventions can significantly improve outcomes for relocating older adults.
    • Further research can refine occupational therapy strategies for this vulnerable population.