Mutual aid groups for older persons with a mental illness

Timothy B. Kelly

doi:10.1300/J083v44n01_07

Mutual aid groups for older persons with a mental illness

Timothy B. Kelly

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Abstract

Older adults with a mental illness face many life stressors as they cope with aging and mental illness. They require extra environmental supports to successfully navigate these challenges. Mutual aid groups represent a particularly potent source of support, and this article explores some of the unique practice issues and themes associated with group work for this vulnerable population. Group beginnings, authority, and intimacy themes are highlighted.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	111-126
Number of pages	16
Journal	Journal of Gerontological Social Work
Volume	44
Issue number	1-2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1300/J083v44n01_07
Publication status	Published - 2005

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

Group work
Older persons with mental illness
Mutual aid groups
Intimacy theme
Authority theme

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Social Sciences (miscellaneous)
Nursing (miscellaneous)

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Mutual aid groups for older persons with a mental illness

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