Journal of Pioneering Medical Sciences
Laughter Therapy as a Psychosocial Intervention for Empty Nest Syndrome Among Older Adults: A Pilot Study
Background: Empty nest syndrome may develop when grown children depart from their family residence and can be accompanied by loneliness, depression, anxiety, stress and reduced quality of life. Laughter therapy may provide a simple community-based psychosocial intervention for older adults experiencing this transition. Objective: To evaluate the effect of laughter therapy on empty nest syndrome and selected psychological outcomes among elderly population. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was adopted. Twenty eld …