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THE EFFECT OF A WELL-BEING PROMOTION PROGRAM ON DEPRESSION AMONG OLDER ADULTS IN THE COMMUNITY |
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| Creator | Sasima Laemdeeklam |
| Title | THE EFFECT OF A WELL-BEING PROMOTION PROGRAM ON DEPRESSION AMONG OLDER ADULTS IN THE COMMUNITY |
| Contributor | Kitikorn Pornma, Rangsiman Soonthornchaiya, Chatchapong Samutalai, Chutima Sriyeethong |
| Publisher | Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University |
| Publication Year | 2569 |
| Journal Title | Life Sciences and Environment Journal |
| Journal Vol. | 27 |
| Journal No. | 1 |
| Page no. | 123-140 |
| Keyword | well-being, depression, older adults, community-based intervention, positive psychology |
| URL Website | https://ph01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/psru |
| Website title | Life Sciences and Environment Journal |
| ISSN | 2773-9201 |
| Abstract | This study aimed to: (1) evaluate the effect of a well-being promotion program on depressive symptoms among older adults in the community; (2) compare depression scores before and after the intervention in the experimental group; and (3) examine differences in depression score changes between the experimental and control groups. A quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group was employed. The sample consisted of 66 older adults. Research instruments included the 9-Item Depression Screening Questionnaire (9Q) and the Thai Geriatric Depression Scale (TGDS). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and independent and paired t-tests. The results indicated a significant reduction in depression levels, with greater improvement observed in the experimental group compared to the control group. These findings suggest that the well-being promotion program is effective in reducing depressive symptoms among older adults. The program may be applied as an alternative intervention in community mental health settings. |
