The development and implementation of the Art of Happiness intervention for community-dwelling older adults

Turner, Jennie; Greenawalt, Katie; Goodwin, Stephen C.; Rathie, Erica; Orsega-Smith, Elizabeth

doi:10.1080/03601277.2017.1380894

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“…Word of mouth was used to recruit participants. Flyers describing the treatment were also sent to the community (e.g., libraries, hospitals, churches, synagogues, local newspapers, radios and agencies serving older adults) and at events attended by older adults [ 29 , 30 , 34 , 39 ]. Letters of invitation were also sent to a specific Christian church community in one study [ 27 ].…”

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Forgiveness Interventions for Older Adults: A Review

López

Serrano

Giménez

et al. 2021

JCM

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A meta-analysis of the efficacy of forgiveness interventions in older adults was conducted. International databases (Medline, PsycINFO, Scopus, Web of Science) were searched for studies published from 1990 to 2020 that attempted to promote forgiveness in older adults. Most intervention studies are group treatments targeted towards community-dwelling older adults. Participants in these studies are mainly women. The intervention objectives and contents vary widely and often criteria are not well-defined. Participants that received forgiveness interventions reported significantly higher levels of forgiveness than participants that did not receive treatment. Additionally, forgiveness interventions resulted in more changes in depression, stress and anger than no intervention conditions. Forgiveness treatment also enhances positive states (satisfaction with life, subjective happiness, and psychological wellbeing). The reported effects are moderate. The specific treatment model (e.g., Enright’s, Worthington’s) and format (e.g., group-based interventions and individually delivered programs) do not differentially predict better outcomes. In conclusion, future intervention studies should include more male participants and utilize a broader range of follow-up periods. Caution must be exercised because of the limited number of studies developed to date; researchers must be cautious when generalizing the results.

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“…Only four studies assessed patients’ implementation. Average attendance to sessions was 85–90% in forgiveness intervention and 81% in control group intervention [ 27 , 30 , 37 , 39 ]. Data seem to indicate good adherence to treatment.…”

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Forgiveness Interventions for Older Adults: A Review

López

Serrano

Giménez

et al. 2021

JCM

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“…The course was based upon the teachings of the Dalai Lama as well as positive psychology developed by Dr. Martin Seligman and Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. A previous study had shown these lessons had immediate positive effects on the happiness of older adults [3]. The purpose of this study was to see if those initial gains would still be apparent 6 months post intervention.…”

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Aging and the Art of Happiness: Time Effects of A Positive Psychology Program with Older Adults

Orsega-Smith¹,

Goodwin²,

Ziegler³

et al. 2018

obm geriatr

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Background: Research has shown that positive psychology interventions can enhance subjective well-being and reduce depression. However, the efficacy of these programs with older adult populations has been minimally studied. The present study studied the short and long term impact of an intervention enhancing happiness and overall mental well-being in older adults. Methods: The Art of Happiness is an 8-week program conducted at 2 senior centers in the state of Delaware. Each 90-minute class examined a different topic; (1) defining happiness, (2) stress management, (3) reflecting on happiness, (4) compassion and human connection, (5) forgiveness, (6) transforming suffering, (7) mindfulness, and (8) humor. Pre, post, and 6 months post program questionnaires assessed participant subjective happiness, stress, life satisfaction, depression, mindfulness, arousal states, and general demographic and health information.

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“…Numerous intervention studies with older adults in the community, clinics, and in nursing homes have reported noticeable improvements in their psychological well-being (30)(31)(32)(33)(34)(35)(36), subjective happiness (36)(37)(38)(39), and life satisfaction (30,40,41). These changes in well-being are accompanied by improvements in the quality of sleep (30,33), better working memory (32), decreased anxiety (36), higher levels of overall mindfulness (42), and improvements in self-reported feelings of depression and depressive symptoms (30, 34-36, 38, 39, 42). Although these well-being interventions suggest that the older population's quality of life can be improved, studies with more rigorous designs and extended follow-up measurements are needed to consolidate these positive findings.…”

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Fostering Well-Being in the Elderly: Translating Theories on Positive Aging to Practical Approaches

Bar-Tur

2021

Front. Med.

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This article overviews positive aging concepts and strategies to enhance well-being in the elderly and then presents a translation of theories on positive aging to practical approaches for Positive Aging. Drawing upon positive psychology and positive aging research and tools, this program is designed to help older adults improve their well-being by acquiring skills and strategies to cope with present and future challenges. The Mental Fitness Program for Positive Aging (MFPPA) can enhance seniors' quality of life by increasing their vital involvement and active engagement in life. This model is most appropriate for community dwelling individuals. It can easily be conducted in wide range of adult education programs in community centers, sheltered homes, and primary care clinics. It can also be conducted through online psychoeducational training.

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The development and implementation of the Art of Happiness intervention for community-dwelling older adults

Cited by 12 publications

References 51 publications

Forgiveness Interventions for Older Adults: A Review

Forgiveness Interventions for Older Adults: A Review

Aging and the Art of Happiness: Time Effects of A Positive Psychology Program with Older Adults

Fostering Well-Being in the Elderly: Translating Theories on Positive Aging to Practical Approaches

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