GSA 2025 Abstract

Acceptability of a Behavioral Activation Intervention for Functioning in Older Veterans

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Abstract

Behavioral activation (BA) is an evidence-based psychotherapy for depression that also shows promise as a transdiagnostic intervention to support functioning. We adapted a brief BA protocol to improve physical, cognitive, and social functioning in older Veterans at risk for decline.

The paper

VA New England Healthcare System; University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School

GSA 2025 Abstract, 31 Dec 2025, CC BY

Presented at GSA 2025

doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igaf122.2817