Irma Darmawati, Dhika Dharmansyah, Rofi Noviyanti, Slamet Rohaedi
Introduction: Depression in the elderly is caused by a lack of ability to adapt psychologically to problems and aging process changes. Depression can reduce the quality of life in the elderly. Benson's relaxation is thought to be effective in reducing depression. This research aims to see how Benson's relaxation affects the severity of depression in older people. Methods: This study is a quantitative study with a quasi-experimental design that took place in a nursing home. This research included 14 older people over the age of 60 who lives in Budi pertiwi nursing home in Bandung. Benson's relaxation was performed every day for 20 minutes in 3 weeks. This technique was performed by deep breath relaxation combined with religious beliefs espoused. The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) was used to assess depression levels. The independent t-test was used as a comparative test to assess the mean difference between groups. Results: There was a significant effect (p-value = 0.046 <0.05). In the elderly, depression levels have reduced after a three-week intervention. There was a change in depression from moderate depression to mild depression in 85.7% of the respondents. Changes in the elderly's level of depression will increase their quality of life and positively affect their health. The Elderly could be more productive, healthier, and happier. Conclusion: Benson's relaxation therapy could be an alternative to reduce depression in the elderly, especially for those who have religious beliefs. The focus of this relaxation is deep breathing and praising religious sentences. © 2021 UPM Press. All rights reserved.
Nursing Program Study, Faculty of Sport and Health Education, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Bandung, 40154, Indonesia; Rumah Sakit Paru Dr. H.A Rotinsulu, Bandung, 140141, Indonesia
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