The Wellness Group: A Novel Intervention for Coping with Disruptive Behavior in Elderly Nursing Home Residents.

Lantz, Melinda S.; Buchalter, Eric N.; McBee, Lucia

Notes FAQ Contact Us

Back to results

Peer reviewed

ERIC Number: EJ560589

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

Pages: N/A

Abstractor: N/A

ISBN: N/A

ISSN: ISSN-0016-9013

EISSN: N/A

The Wellness Group: A Novel Intervention for Coping with Disruptive Behavior in Elderly Nursing Home Residents.

Lantz, Melinda S.; Buchalter, Eric N.; McBee, Lucia

Gerontologist, v37 n4 p551-56 Aug 1997

Reports on a group therapy program designed to enhance self-awareness, self-esteem, and body awareness among the demented elderly. Focuses on techniques of meditation, relaxation, sensory awareness, and guided imagery. Claims that the group is easily reproducible and offers benefits both to nursing home residents and staff. (RJM)

Descriptors: Aggression, Behavior Problems, Coping, Group Therapy, Intervention, Long Term Care, Neurological Impairments, Nursing Homes, Older Adults, Relaxation Training, Stress Management, Wellness

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

Education Level: N/A

Audience: N/A

Language: English

Sponsor: N/A

Authoring Institution: N/A

Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A