Loneliness and nursing home admission among rural older adults
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A study has been conducted to analyze the relation between loneliness and subsequent admission to nursing home of about 3,000 rural older Iowans. Results indicate that higher levels of loneliness increase the possibility of nursing home admission. The impact of extremely high loneliness on nursing home admission remain significant over and above other factors such as age, education, income, mental condition, morale and social contact.
Publication Name: Psychology and Aging
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0882-7974
Year: 1997
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Neuropsychological mediators of the links among age, chronic illness, and everyday problem solving
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The relationship between age and everyday problem solving (EPS) is explored through an examination of the mediating roles of health status and neuropsychological performance.
Publication Name: Psychology and Aging
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0882-7974
Year: 2007
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