A Therapeutic Hugging Week in a Geriatric Facility

A Therapeutic Hugging Week in a Geriatric Facility

Elderly nursing home residents have a heightened need for affectionate touch and are particularly sensitive to its benefits. This inspired two social workers to develop a "hugging week," celebrating the theme of affection throughout a geriatric facility. This innovative program had positiv...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of gerontological social work 1989-02, Vol.13 (3-4), p.181-186
Hauptverfasser: Weisberg, Judith, Haberman, Maxine R
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Elderly
Love
Needs
Nursing Homes
Physical Contact
Social Support
Support
Washington, D.C
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