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This research aims to explore how clinical interventions can promote meaning in life (MiL) among older adults.

April 25, 2026Clinical Gerontologist0 citations

How Can We Promote Meaning in Life in Older Adults? A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Interventions

ICIris Crespo DPDenise PergolizziBuilding Bridges JRJuliana Rojas-RincónUniversitat Internacional de Catalunya

Key Points

This research aims to explore how clinical interventions can promote meaning in life (MiL) among older adults.
Conducted a systematic review of existing literature on interventions promoting MiL.
Analyzed the effects of these interventions based on individual and contextual factors in older adults.
Advocated for the use of validated MiL measures to assess changes effectively.
Interventions showed varied effectiveness in promoting MiL depending on individual circumstances.
Engagement in multiple dimensions of MiL was enhanced by different clinical interventions.
Validating measures of MiL is essential for accurately assessing intervention outcomes.

Abstract

The findings indicate that clinical interventions may engage MiL across multiple dimensions, that their impact varies by individual and contextual factors in older adults, and that validated MiL measures should be used to assess change.

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