The politics of health and social welfare in the United States
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The introduction of managed care and several other reforms have drastically altered and changed the politics of social welfare and have also led to the development of the private-public, segmented health care system in the United States. The strengths and weaknesses of the health care system in the country are analyzed and several politically practical options that can be implemented for reforms in the future are recommended.
Publication Name: Ageing International
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0163-5158
Year: 2006
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The subjective evaluation of well-being in adulthood: Findings and implications
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Evidence indicating the importance of demographic, personality and cultural variables to the experience of 'Subjective Well-Being' (SWB) is reviewed. High subjective well-being is related to situations like high level of relationship and marital satisfaction or success and satisfaction in work settings.
Publication Name: Ageing International
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0163-5158
Year: 2004
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Challenges in caregiving and creative solutions: using technology to facilitate caring for a relative with dementia
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Electronic technologies help to provide and support an integrated infrastructure for caregiving in the homes of persons with dementia. These technologies have enormous potential for helping caretakers meet their numerous responsibilities.
Publication Name: Ageing International
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0163-5158
Year: 2003
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