THERAPEUTIC FACTORS IN A GROUP OF HEALTH PROMOTION FOR THE ELDERLY
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https://doi.org/10.1590/reeusp.v47i6.78100Keywords:
Aged, Group structure, Health Promotion, Health Services for the Aged, Geriatric nursingAbstract
The aim of this study was to identify therapeutic factors presented in a group of health promotion for the elderly. This is a descriptive, exploratory study with a qualitative approach. Data were collected between December 2010 and April 2011 in focal groups that included participants and their coordinators. Results were submitted to content analysis and thematic approach. Findings showed convergence of answers among participants, who indicated resonance and complementarity in identification of the following therapeutic factors: cohesion, introduction of hope, socialization, information sharing, existential factors, altruism, interpersonal relationships, and universal learning. The identification of these factors indicates the therapeutic potential of focal groups, especially for attending to the needs of elderly people, keeping these patients healthy, and strengthening their feelings of love and life, and being part of a social group.Downloads
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2013-12-01
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Nogueira, A. L. G., Munari, D. B., Santos, L. F., Oliveira, L. M. de A. C., & Fortuna, C. M. (2013). THERAPEUTIC FACTORS IN A GROUP OF HEALTH PROMOTION FOR THE ELDERLY. Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da USP, 47(6), 1352-1358. https://doi.org/10.1590/reeusp.v47i6.78100