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July 1, 2026European Journal of Physiotherapy

Cognitive behavioural therapy for fear of falling avoidance behaviour in older adults: a scoping review of multicomponent and standalone interventions

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HLHaehyun LeeJRJohn V. RiderKHKai‐Yu Ho

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Overview

Scoping review examines cognitive behavioural therapy for fear of falling in older adults, suggesting needs for improved interventions.

Key Points

  • This review aims to explore cognitive behavioural therapy interventions for fear of falling avoidance behaviour in older adults.
  • Comprehensive literature search conducted in multiple databases following Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and PRISMA guidelines.
  • Included studies focused on individuals aged 60 and older with fear of falling and reporting CBT-based interventions.
  • Data screened and extracted independently by two reviewers.
  • Eight articles met eligibility criteria, including five randomized controlled trials and three pre-post-test studies.
  • Six assessment tools for fear of falling avoidance behaviour were identified, including the SAFFE and FFABQ.
  • Common intervention strategies included the combination of CBT with exercise, using three original and two modified CBT protocols.

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Lee et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a44ae8c5cd2549c8bc43ce7https://doi.org/10.1080/21679169.2026.2695737
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