Can a Reminiscing Intervention Alter Depression and Self-Esteem?.

Perrotta, Peter; Meacham, John A.

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ERIC Number: EJ257503

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Publication Date: 1981

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Can a Reminiscing Intervention Alter Depression and Self-Esteem?

Perrotta, Peter; Meacham, John A.

International Journal of Aging and Human Development, v14 n1 p23-30 1981-82

Assessed the value of reminiscing as a therapeutic intervention for older persons. Community residents, mean age 77, were randomly assigned to structured reminiscing, control that focused on current life events, or no-treatment control groups. Analysis revealed no significant differences for depression or self-esteem. (Author/JAC)

Descriptors: Counseling Effectiveness, Counseling Techniques, Depression (Psychology), Gerontology, Intervention, Older Adults, Self Esteem

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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