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Therapeutic group process with the institutional elderly

J S Maizler, J R Solomon

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society

|December 1, 1976

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Geriatric group psychotherapy offers significant therapeutic benefits for the aged in institutional settings. This review suggests methods to enhance administration of these vital mental health programs.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Psychotherapy
Mental Health in Elderly

Background:

Geriatric group psychotherapy programs are established in aged care facilities.
The Miami Jewish Home and Hospital for the Aged has experience with such programs.
Administration of these programs can be improved.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current status of geriatric group psychotherapy.
To share experiences from a specific aged care setting.
To propose enhancements for program administration.

Main Methods:

Literature review on geriatric group psychotherapy.
Case study analysis of programs at Miami Jewish Home and Hospital for the Aged.
Identification of best practices for program administration.

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Main Results:

Geriatric group psychotherapy is a valuable therapeutic modality.
Adapted techniques are crucial for the elderly population.
Enhanced administrative strategies can improve program effectiveness.

Conclusions:

Group psychotherapy is demonstrably beneficial for geriatric patients.
Specific adaptations enhance therapeutic outcomes in aged care.
Improving program administration is key to maximizing benefits.