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Peer reviewedBiedenharn, Paula J.; Normoyle, Janice Bastlin – Gerontologist, 1991
Surveyed older community dwellers' (n=250) beliefs, fears, and expectations of one day entering a nursing home, and background factors. Results indicated that beliefs regarding care-related issues were more important determinants of their reactions to nursing homes than were the risks their own situation entailed. (Author/ABL)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Beliefs, Nursing Homes, Older Adults
