Experimental Study: Assess the Effectiveness of Modified Multi-Component Therapies (MMCT) on Psychological Aspects among Elderly People Living in Selected Old Age Homes

Abstract

Older adults living in institutional care frequently experience depression, anxiety, stress, and social isolation, which impair their psychological well-being. The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of Modified Multi-Component Therapies (MMCT) comprising group therapy, relaxation therapy, and recreational therapy on psychological well being among elderly residents of selected old age homes in Vadodara City. A true experimental post-test-only design was adopted, with 10 elderly participants selected through simple random sampling 5 in the experimental group and 5 in the control group. Data were collected using a demographic data sheet and a psychological well-being assessment scale. MMCT sessions were conducted for 45 minutes, twice weekly, for 3 months. Results revealed that 20% of the experimental group achieved Good psychological well-being compared to none in the control group. Statistical analysis using an unpaired t-test indicated a significant difference between groups (t = 5.960, p < 0.001). No significant association was found between demographic variables and psychological well-being (p > 0.05). Conclusion: MMCT was found to be highly effective in enhancing the psychological well-being of elderly individuals in institutional settings.