Psychoeducational and Rehabilitation Intervention guideline for Late-Life Anxiety and Depression among the Older Adults at Geriatric Home

Abstract

The Aim: of the study is to evaluate the effect of psychoeducational and rehabilitation interventions guideline for late-life anxiety and depression among older adults in geriatric homes. Design: a quasi-experimental research design was performed Subject: a convenient sample consisting of 20 Older Adults. Setting: This study was conducted at Om-Kolsom geriatric home in Helwan city, Egypt in May 2021. Tools: for Data analysis include 1-Socio-demographic Questionnaire 2-Geriatric Depression Scale 3-Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale. Results:There is a statistically significant improvement in depression and anxiety symptoms among the elderly who have been studied, and in total depression and anxiety levels in the post-intervention study compared with pre-intervention. Conclusion: At a geriatric home, psychoeducational and rehabilitation interventions guideline are effective in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety among the elderly. Recommendations: Improving the quality of life for the Older Adults by using stress management techniques such as breathing exercises, mindfulness stress reduction, and relaxation techniques.