The Effect of Music Therapy on the Level of Depression in the Elderly in Tresna Werdha Social Institution
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Depression, Elderly, Music TherapyAbstract
Depression is a common mental health problem among the elderly due to physical, social, and psychological changes associated with aging. Its prevalence tends to be higher among elderly living in nursing homes than those living with their families because of feelings of loss, loneliness, and limited social support. Music therapy is a non-pharmacological intervention that nurses can provide to reduce depression and improve psychological well-being. This study aimed to determine the effect of music therapy on the level of depression among elderly at the Tresna Werdha Social Institution Sabai Nan Aluih Sicincin. This quantitative study used a quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design. The population consisted of all elderly residents at the institution, with 30 participants selected using purposive sampling based on inclusion criteria. Depression levels were measured using the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) before and after the intervention. Music therapy was provided directly by nurses in six sessions, twice a week for three weeks. Data were analyzed using univariate analysis and the Paired Sample T-Test. The mean depression score decreased from 9.73 before therapy (moderate depression) to 5.46 after therapy (mild depression), with p=0.000 (p<0.05). Thus, music therapy significantly reduced depression levels among the elderly. Nurses are encouraged to implement scheduled music therapy as part of gerontic nursing care.
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