Pessimism, age, and cancer mortality
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Age difference is a factor influencing mortality among younger and older cancer patients. A pessimistic life orientation is a risk factor for mortality in younger patients. However, the interaction effects of age and pessimism and depression on mortality are insignificant. Results indicate a specific effect of age on pessimistic cancer patients. This study assesses 238 cancer patients, aged 30 years and above, on the Life Orientation Test and the Center for Epidemiological Studies-Depression scale.
Publication Name: Psychology and Aging
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0882-7974
Year: 1996
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Effects of pain on functioning and well-being in older adults with osteoarthritis of the knee
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The effects of pain on functioning and well-being were examined in 67 older adults with osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. The results showed that OA-related pain was related to poorer physical and social functioning and had a direct effect on depressive symptoms, and direct and indirect effects on perceived health.
Publication Name: Psychology and Aging
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0882-7974
Year: 2003
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A comparison of primary stressors, secondary stressors, and depressive symptoms between elderly caregiving husbands and wives: the caregiver health effects study
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Research into the effects of stress on elderly people caring for sick partners is presented, with focus on the mental health of the carers and the differences between male and female carers.
Publication Name: Psychology and Aging
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0882-7974
Year: 2000
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