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Peer reviewedLawton, M. Powell – Gerontologist, 1983
Describes four sectors comprising "the good life": behavioral competence, psychological well-being, perceived quality of life, and objective environment. Assessment approaches for each sector are described and empirical evidence is presented regarding interrelationships among them. Presented at the 35th Annual Scientific Meeting of the…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Competence, Ecology, Gerontology
Peer reviewedMillard, Peter H.; Smith, Chris S. – Gerontologist, 1981
The effect of personal belongings on perceptions of the elderly in institutions was tested through color slides in two groups of medical students. The elderly person surrounded by personal belongings was perceived in a less negative way than the same person in bare surroundings. (Author)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Behavior Patterns, Geriatrics, Higher Education
