Lee Lysha Zhi Yan, Dulk Therese Den, Silver Mark, Bhar Sunil
Department of Psychological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Institute of Health Transformation, Deakin University, Burwood, Victoria, Australia.
Australas J Ageing. 2025 Jun;44(2):e70021. doi: 10.1111/ajag.70021.
This study evaluated the feasibility, acceptability and outcomes of the Positive Ageing Digital Storytelling Intergenerational Program (PADSIP) for older adults by examining program feasibility, satisfaction and changes in loneliness; feelings of being understood; self-views and attitudes towards ageing.
A mixed-method, single-arm design was used. Thirty-seven older adults (M = 78.25, SD = 8.88) completed questionnaires at baseline and postprogram. Thirty-one of whom also participated in a follow-up semi-structured interview or focus group.
The program demonstrated high feasibility, with each person attending an average of 94% of sessions. All participants completed the program. Acceptability was strong, with participants highly recommending the program. Identity validation significantly improved postprogram; mood, loneliness and life satisfaction also trended towards improvement. Participants valued intergenerational interactions, the opportunity to connect with others, and to reminisce and share their stories.
This intergenerational digital storytelling program was well-attended, acceptable and associated with increased identity validation for older adults, suggesting viability and potential benefits. Future research is needed to evaluate long-term outcomes of the program and to assess its feasibility in residential aged care settings.
本研究通过考察积极老龄化数字故事讲述代际项目（PADSIP）的可行性、满意度以及孤独感的变化；被理解的感受；自我认知以及对老龄化的态度，评估该项目对老年人的可行性、可接受性和效果。
采用混合方法单臂设计。37名老年人（M = 78.25，标准差 = 8.88）在基线和项目结束后完成问卷调查。其中31人还参加了后续的半结构化访谈或焦点小组。
该项目显示出高度可行性，每人平均参加了94%的课程。所有参与者都完成了该项目。可接受性很强，参与者高度推荐该项目。项目结束后，身份认同显著改善；情绪、孤独感和生活满意度也有改善趋势。参与者重视代际互动、与他人建立联系、回忆和分享自己故事的机会。
这个代际数字故事讲述项目参与度高、可接受，且与老年人身份认同的增强相关，表明该项目具有可行性和潜在益处。未来需要进行研究以评估该项目的长期效果，并评估其在老年护理机构中的可行性。
