Competence in Independently Living Older Adults: Assessment and Correlates.

North, Alvin J.; Ulatowska, Hanna K.

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ERIC Number: EJ249766

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1981-Sep

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Competence in Independently Living Older Adults: Assessment and Correlates.

North, Alvin J.; Ulatowska, Hanna K.

Journal of Gerontology, v36 n5 p576-82 Sep 1981

Defined competence as effectiveness in dealing with one's environment and assessed (N=27) independently living older adults. Results found higher levels of competence were associated with a more demanding environment, and engaging in more activities. Cognitive test performance was related to both competence and quality of lingiustic tasks. (JAC)

Descriptors: Ability Identification, Adjustment (to Environment), Cognitive Measurement, Competence, Daily Living Skills, Discourse Analysis, Gerontology, Interviews, Life Style, Older Adults

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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