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Group Reading and Oral Exercise Program for Older Adults
Sponsor: Mackay Memorial Hospital
Summary
Depression is common among older adults and is often associated with declines in physical and oral health. Non-pharmacological, community-based interventions are needed to support both mental and physical well-being. This study examines the effects of a program combining group-based reading activities and oral exercises in community-dwelling older adults. Participants are randomly assigned to either an intervention group, which receives the six-week program, or a control group receiving general oral health education. The study evaluates whether the intervention can improve physical and oral function, enhance psychological resilience (grit), and reduce depressive symptoms.
Official title: Effects of a Focus Group-Based Bibliotherapy Intervention Combined With Oral Exercises on Oral Frailty, Physical Function, Grit, and Depression in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
55 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-04-23
Completion Date
2027-12-31
Last Updated
2026-04-24
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Reading and Oral Exercise Program
Participants in the intervention group receive a combined program of group-based reading activities and oral exercises. The program is delivered in a focus group format and includes guided reading discussions to promote emotional expression and reflection, along with structured oral exercises to enhance oral muscle function. The intervention is conducted over a 6-week period, with sessions held once every two weeks for a total of three sessions.