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Existential and Solution-Focused Group Intervention for Older Adults

NCT07740005 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 26

Last updated 2026-07-31

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Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an integrated existential and solution-focused group intervention enriched with narrative therapy techniques in promoting active aging among older adults. The intervention was developed to address psychosocial limitations associated with aging, including social isolation, role loss, ageism, and existential concerns.

The study employed an embedded mixed-methods randomized controlled design. Older adults aged 65 years and over who attended a primary healthcare mental health unit in a city, Türkiye, were randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. Participants in the intervention group received a structured 10-session group program combining existential therapy, solution-focused approaches, and narrative therapy techniques. Quantitative data were collected using the World Health Organization Quality of Life-Old Module (WHOQOL-OLD) and the Active Aging Scale (AAS) at baseline, post-intervention, and three-month follow-up. Qualitative data were obtained through session transcripts and field notes to explore participants' experiences and the intervention process.

Conditions

  • Active Aging Individuals Aged 60 and Over
  • Existential Distress

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Existential and Solution-Focused Group Intervention

The intervention consisted of a structured 10-session closed-group program integrating existential therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and narrative therapy techniques. Each session lasted approximately 90 minutes. 1. Introduction to the group process, establishment of group rules, and development of group cohesion. 2. Exploration of aging-related psychosocial challenges, personal losses, and life transitions. 3. Identification of personal strengths, resilience resources, and successful coping experiences. 4. Exploration of meaning in life, freedom, responsibility, and acceptance of aging from an existential perspective. 5. Life review and reconstruction of personal narratives using narrative therapy techniques. 6. Identification of exceptions, personal resources, and future possibilities using solution-focused techniques. 7. Application of the miracle question, scaling questions, and goal-setting to promote hope and self-efficacy. 8. Strengthening social relationships, social par

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Sinop University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
TRIPLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-05-05
Primary Completion
2025-07-07
Completion
2025-10-01

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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