A study to pilot a clinical trial to test dignity psychotherapy for the frail aged [ 2005 - 2005 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Linda Kristjanson (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Christine Toye

Brief description One of the greatest challenges today is to preserve the dignity of the frail elderly. Our study will test and perfect a strategy to trial a new approach for this population, Dignity Psychotherapy. The approach will document aspects of the senior's life that they regard as meaningful, want remembered, or of which they are proud. Among the terminally ill, the approach has had positive outcomes. Benefits for elders may include that the approach forms a foundation for holistic care.

Funding Amount $AUD 25,000.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Strategic Awards

Notes Palliative Care Research