Publications by Jennifer A Dilworth

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Use of the Distress Thermometer for the Elderly in the identification of distress and need in nursing and care homes.

Jennifer A Dilworth Keri Thomas Nikki Sawkins Jan R Oyebode

Aging Ment Health

August 2011

Background: Previous studies have found high levels of undetected psychological distress and unaddressed need among care home residents. The aim of this study was to investigate the usability and usefulness of the Distress Thermometer for the Elderly (DTE; modified from a measure used in cancer care) in the identification of distress and need with older people in care homes.

Method: This was a single group, cross-sectional study.

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