Problem-Solving Therapy for Older Adults at Risk for Depression: A Qualitative Analysis of the Depression in Later Life Trial.
Am J Psychother
; 72(4): 88-94, 2019 Dec 01.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
As a sequel to the Depression in Later Life trial of lay counselor-delivered problem-solving therapy for depression prevention among older adults in Goa, India, this qualitative study aimed to explore participant experiences to illuminate the reasons for the trial's positive findings and implications for further efforts at depression prevention in low-resource settings.METHODS:
In-depth interviews were conducted with 19 participants (21% of those randomly assigned to the original intervention). Two independent raters coded the data and organized narratives according to broad themes.RESULTS:
Most participants valued their relationship with the lay counselor, learned self-care strategies to cope with illnesses, and increased engagement in pleasurable social and physical activities. Some participants reported needing assistance with managing financial strain and family conflicts.CONCLUSIONS:
The lay-counselor-delivered intervention was well received. The relationship with the counselor and behavioral activation toward better self-care and more-pleasurable activities may have been keys to the intervention's success.Palabras clave
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Psicoterapia
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Depresión
Tipo de estudio:
Etiology_studies
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Qualitative_research
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Risk_factors_studies
Límite:
Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
País/Región como asunto:
Asia
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Am J Psychother
Año:
2019
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Article