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Peer reviewedSlivinske, L. R.; Fitch, V. L. – Gerontologist, 1987
Developed control enhancing interventions to increase level of perceived control and well-being of older adults living in retirement communities. Program participants (N=29) experienced significant increases in their perceived level of control and overall functioning whereas control group participants (N=34) did not. Results suggest that some…
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Coping, Helplessness, Intervention
