Improving family talk for older adults
This study tests a program to help older adults communicate better with their adult children. It is for Cantonese-speaking seniors who can read traditional Chinese and are not currently depressed.
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Who can take part
- You are a Cantonese-speaking older adult
- You have regular contact with your adult children
- You can read traditional Chinese
- You do not have a known mental health diagnosis
- You do not have significant depressive symptoms
- You do not have communication difficulties
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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