Feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effectiveness of an intergenerational digital storytelling program for improving identity validation and generativity in older adults

IF 1.4 4区医学 Q4 GERIATRICS & GERONTOLOGY

Australasian Journal on Ageing Pub Date : 2025-04-28 DOI:10.1111/ajag.70021

Lysha Zhi Yan Lee, Therese Den Dulk, Mark Silver, Sunil Bhar

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Abstract

Objective

This study evaluated the feasibility, acceptability and outcomes of the Positive Ageing Digital Storytelling Intergenerational Program (PADSIP) for older adults by examining program feasibility, satisfaction and changes in loneliness; feelings of being understood; self-views and attitudes towards ageing.

Methods

A mixed-method, single-arm design was used. Thirty-seven older adults (M = 78.25, SD = 8.88) completed questionnaires at baseline and postprogram. Thirty-one of whom also participated in a follow-up semi-structured interview or focus group.

Results

The program demonstrated high feasibility, with each person attending an average of 94% of sessions. All participants completed the program. Acceptability was strong, with participants highly recommending the program. Identity validation significantly improved postprogram; mood, loneliness and life satisfaction also trended towards improvement. Participants valued intergenerational interactions, the opportunity to connect with others, and to reminisce and share their stories.

Conclusions

This intergenerational digital storytelling program was well-attended, acceptable and associated with increased identity validation for older adults, suggesting viability and potential benefits. Future research is needed to evaluate long-term outcomes of the program and to assess its feasibility in residential aged care settings.

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代际数字讲故事项目提高老年人身份认同和生成能力的可行性、可接受性和初步有效性

目的通过考察项目可行性、满意度和老年人孤独感的变化，评估积极老龄化数字讲故事代际项目（PADSIP）的可行性、可接受性和效果；被理解的感觉；对衰老的自我看法和态度。方法采用单臂混合法设计。37名老年人（M = 78.25, SD = 8.88）完成了基线和项目后的问卷调查。其中31人还参加了后续的半结构化访谈或焦点小组。结果该方案具有很高的可行性，每个人平均参加了94%的会议。所有的参与者都完成了这个项目。可接受性很强，参与者强烈推荐该课程。身份验证显著改善程序后；情绪、孤独感和生活满意度也有改善的趋势。参与者重视代际互动，与他人联系的机会，以及回忆和分享他们的故事。这个代际数字讲故事项目参加人数众多，可接受，并与老年人身份认同的增加有关，表明了可行性和潜在的好处。未来的研究需要评估该计划的长期结果，并评估其在住宅养老机构的可行性。

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来源期刊

Australasian Journal on Ageing 医学-老年医学

CiteScore

3.10

自引率

6.20%

发文量

114

审稿时长

>12 weeks

期刊介绍： Australasian Journal on Ageing is a peer reviewed journal, which publishes original work in any area of gerontology and geriatric medicine. It welcomes international submissions, particularly from authors in the Asia Pacific region.