Vera Baroni
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Vera Baroni has a total of 6 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Adriano Zamperini
Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology, University of Padova, 35131 Padova, Italy
1 shared publication - Erika Iacona
Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Education and Applied Psychology (FISPPA), University of Padua
1 shared publication - Ines Testoni
Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Education and Applied Psychology (FISPPA), University of Padova
1 shared publication - Lucia Ronconi
Computer and Statistical Services, Multifunctional Pole of Psychology, University of Padua, 35122 Padua, Italy
1 shared publication - Luigi Grassi
Institute of Psychiatry, Department of Neuroscience and Rehabilitation, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
1 shared publication - Shoshi Keisari
University of Haifa
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 23 November 2020
- Published by MDPI AG in Behavioral Sciences
- Vol. 10 (11) , 177
The Sense of Dignity at the End of Life: Reflections on Lifetime Values through the Family Photo Album
This study focuses on the dimensions of dignity, linking Chochinov’s Dignity Therapy to Schwartz’s Theory of Values. The use of family photo albums has enriched the application of dignity therapy. Seven terminal patients in home-based palliative care participated in the therapeutic intervention. To measure the effects of the intervention, we administered the Edmonton Symptom Assessment Scale and the Patient Dignity Inventory, then, at the end of the meetings, collected the opinions of participants, available nurses, and relatives who attended the sessions. The resulting generativity documents were then analyzed through thematic analysis, which revealed three main themes linked to both fundamental values and the dimensions of dignity: The relationship between continuity of self and myriad values in the context of family relationships; personal dignity as characterized by the values of personal success, hope, and wisdom; and hope and generativity. The fourth theme reflected the participants’ final judgements on the intervention, which were highly positive and greatly encouraged further use of photographs in similar therapeutic interventions. The assessment protocol highlighted a significant decrease in tiredness amongst the participants and a trend towards a significant decrease in drowsiness after the intervention.
- 23 November 2020
- Published by MDPI AG in Behavioral Sciences
- Vol. 10 (11) , 177
Open AccessThe Sense of Dignity at the End of Life: Reflections on Lifetime Values through the Family Photo Album
This study focuses on the dimensions of dignity, linking Chochinov’s Dignity Therapy to Schwartz’s Theory of Values. The use of family photo albums has enriched the application of dignity therapy. Seven terminal patients in home-based palliative care participated in the therapeutic intervention. To measure the effects of the intervention, we administered the Edmonton Symptom Assessment Scale and the Patient Dignity Inventory, then, at the end of the meetings, collected the opinions of participants, available nurses, and relatives who attended the sessions. The resulting generativity documents were then analyzed through thematic analysis, which revealed three main themes linked to both fundamental values and the dimensions of dignity: The relationship between continuity of self and myriad values in the context of family relationships; personal dignity as characterized by the values of personal success, hope, and wisdom; and hope and generativity. The fourth theme reflected the participants’ final judgements on the intervention, which were highly positive and greatly encouraged further use of photographs in similar therapeutic interventions. The assessment protocol highlighted a significant decrease in tiredness amongst the participants and a trend towards a significant decrease in drowsiness after the intervention.