A MIXED-METHODS EVALUATION OF LAY COACH-SUPPORTED EMPOWER@HOME FOR GERIATRIC DEPRESSION
2024
Evaluation of Empower@Home for Geriatric Depression
Sample size: 70
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Xiang Xiaoling
Primary Institution: University of Michigan
Hypothesis
Does the Empower@Home program with lay coach support effectively reduce depression in older adults?
Conclusion
Empower@Home supported by lay coaches is effective in reducing depression among older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- High completion rates were noted at 89%.
- Significant improvements were observed in the intervention group compared to controls.
- The study showed a medium effect size favoring the intervention (Cohen’s d = 0.72).
- Causal mediation analysis indicated that CBT skills acquisition and behavioral activation contributed to the effects.
- Thematic analysis revealed several key themes related to the program's structure and support.
Takeaway
This study shows that an online program can help older people feel less sad, especially when they have support from coaches.
Methodology
A randomized controlled trial with mixed methods was used to evaluate the program's efficacy.
Limitations
The study may have limitations related to the generalizability of the findings due to the specific participant recruitment.
Participant Demographics
Participants were aged 60 and older, recruited from various sources.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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