ERIC Number: EJ1391694
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 18
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ISSN: ISSN-2059-0776
EISSN: EISSN-2059-0784
Psychosocial Interventions to Support Retirement Well-Being and Adjustment: A Systematic Review
Cassanet, A.; McKenzie, W. A.; McLean, L. A.
Educational and Developmental Psychologist, v40 n2 p214-231 2023
Objective: Adjustment to retirement is heterogeneous in nature, and for some, but not all individuals, may require well-being support. However, limited information is available on the types of psychosocial interventions that can be effective during this time of transition with pre-retirees or retirees. This review identified psychosocial interventions with adults before and during retirement, and their effectiveness in maintaining or increasing well-being. Method: Following PRISMA guidelines, a multi-database systematic literature review, with a two-stage screening process, was conducted utilising narrative synthesis. Records were independently screened by two screeners against set inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: Two thousand four hundred and thirty-six records were identified for screening with 20 studies found eligible for final review. These included seven randomised controlled trial studies (RCT), six non-randomised quasi-experimental controlled studies, and seven single group pre/post intervention studies. Interventions covered cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), positive psychology, mentoring, family therapy and others. Conclusions: The review highlighted the benefits of psychosocial support to adults' well-being before and after they retire, especially with participation in group-based programs utilising elements of CBT. There was also evidence for well-being maintenance with longer running interventions. Results should be considered in the development of future psychosocial interventions to support individuals during this important life phase in older adulthood.
Descriptors: Well Being, Retirement, Social Support Groups, Intervention, Adjustment (to Environment), Individual Development, Psychological Needs, Needs, Counseling Effectiveness, Group Counseling, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Restructuring, Older Adults, Anxiety
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Language: English
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