Yang Y, Graf L, Longdin M, Khait AA, Shellman J. Scoping review of reminiscence research undertaken in long-term care communities.
Geriatr Nurs 2022;
46:191-198. [PMID:
35749863 DOI:
10.1016/j.gerinurse.2022.06.004]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Revised: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Abstract
Mental health conditions ranging from minor depressive symptoms to major depression, loneliness and poor quality of life are significant concerns in long-term care communities. Reminiscence is one intervention that has shown to reduce depressive symptoms and improve quality of life. The purpose of this scoping review was to determine the extent of reminiscence research undertaken in long-term care communities. Arksley and O'Malley's six stage method provided the framework for the review. Studies published in peer reviewed literature were identified based on searches in three databases (CINAHL, PUBMED, PsycINFO). Thirty-two studies met inclusion criteria. Of the 32 articles examined, 2 studies were conducted in the United States. Twenty-five health outcomes were examined, including twenty-three psychological outcomes and two physiological outcomes. Depression and cognitive functions were the most frequently measured outcomes. Lack of theoretical frameworks underpinning the studies, inadequate sample sizes, and weak methodology were noted in this review. Recommendations for future reminiscence research in long-term care communities are discussed.
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