Understanding the Mechanisms of Change in a Lifestyle Intervention for Older Adults.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose of the study

This study investigated the mechanisms of change underlying an activity-based lifestyle intervention, an occupational therapy program aimed at promoting healthy habits, and routines in older adults. We examined two activity-relevant factors as potential mediators linking the intervention to reduced symptoms of depression: activity frequency and global perceptions of activity significance. Social connections and perceived control were assessed to understand how activity-related factors relate to reduced symptoms of depression.

Design and methods

The sample consisted of 460 multiethnic community-dwelling older adults aged 60-95 years. Participants were randomly assigned to a 6-month lifestyle redesign intervention (n = 232) or a no-treatment control (n = 2

SUBMITTER: Juang C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5946910 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature