Drawing interventions to improve mental health in older adults

The Effectiveness of Drawing Interventions on Depression Levels, Resourcefulness, and Spiritual Health of Older Adults in Nursing Homes

Not applicable Interventional National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences · NCT06197230

This study is testing if drawing activities can help improve mental health, including depression and spiritual well-being, in older adults living in nursing homes in Indonesia.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment128 (estimated)
Ages65 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorNational Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Bantul, D.I Yogyakarta and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06197230 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of drawing interventions on depression, resourcefulness, and spiritual health among older adults living in nursing homes in Indonesia. It consists of two stages: the first stage assesses the relationships between various psychological factors using established scales, while the second stage implements a randomized control trial to evaluate the impact of a six-week drawing intervention. Participants will be measured at multiple time points to assess changes in their mental health and well-being. The study aims to provide evidence for art-based interventions in geriatric care.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are older adults residing in nursing homes in Indonesia who are physically able and can communicate in Bahasa Indonesia.

Not a fit: Patients with diagnosed psychiatric illnesses or severe physical disorders may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the mental health and overall well-being of older adults in nursing homes.

How similar studies have performed: While art interventions have shown promise in various settings, this specific approach targeting older adults in nursing homes is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Currently live in nursing home
2. Have no physical impairment.
3. Have been staying in nursing home for at least 6 months.
4. Speak Bahasa Indonesia

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Have been diagnosed with psychiatric illness.
2. Have been diagnosed with severe physical disorders such as advanced cancer or motor impairments

Where this trial is running

Bantul, D.I Yogyakarta and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Older AdultDrawing InterventionsDepressionResourcefulnessSpiritual HealthOlder Adults
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