The Social Hour for Geropsychiatric Patients

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Abstract
The effects of a controlled alcohol intake on the socialization of a group of geropsychiatric patients in a clinical setting was evaluated. Although 47 patients of the geriatric unit were involved at various times, 16 remained in the study for the entire 8 wk. The social hour consisted of a 1/2 h session every weekday; soft drinks were available for those who preferred them. Each patient was rated on a 5-point scale with regard to ward and off-ward activities. The socialization process was increased significantly for these mentally ill geriatric patients during this type of social hour.

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