Deakin University, 221 Burwood Hwy, Burwood, Victoria, 3125, Australia.
Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2021 Feb;42:101298. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101298. Epub 2020 Dec 24.
This study describes the experiences of Pet Support Program clients in Melbourne, Australia and how the programs reduce the social isolation of the elderly. The study also describes the role of pets and associated health benefits of pet ownership.
The qualitative description study comprised of two phases: a secondary data analysis of interviews with 14 PSP clients, and key informant interviews with four PSP providers.
The interviews were thematically analysed which resulted in three interconnected themes: Attachment, Support and Social Isolation. Social isolation was reduced by the PSP through access to social support groups, as well as the provision of a regular visitor who provides meaningful conversation and companionship.
These results align with literature on pet ownership and Attachment Theory. The results also offer an insight into how PSPs allow the elderly to maintain pet ownership and age in place, thus enhancing their health and well-being.
本研究描述了澳大利亚墨尔本宠物支持计划客户的体验，以及这些计划如何减少老年人的社交孤立。该研究还描述了宠物的作用以及与宠物拥有相关的健康益处。
这项定性描述研究包括两个阶段：对 14 名 PSP 客户的访谈进行二次数据分析，以及对 4 名 PSP 提供者的关键知情人访谈。
对访谈进行了主题分析，结果产生了三个相互关联的主题：依恋、支持和社会隔离。PSP 通过提供社会支持小组和定期访客来减少社交孤立，后者提供有意义的对话和陪伴。
这些结果与宠物拥有和依恋理论的文献一致。结果还深入了解了 PSP 如何允许老年人保持宠物拥有和原地养老，从而增强他们的健康和幸福感。
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