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The Psychological Effects Of Ageism On Older Adults: Are There Any?, Christina Denise Nieblas
The Psychological Effects Of Ageism On Older Adults: Are There Any?, Christina Denise Nieblas
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The focus of this study was the psychological effects and experiences of ageism on older adults. Data was gathered qualitatively through interviews with seventeen older adults living in independent living apartments of a continuing care retirement community. The study site was a continuing care retirement community with independent living apartments for older adults in Riverside County, California.
Ageism In American Society: Are Aging Women Of Color Assertive Enough?, Tina Maria Doss-Collins
Ageism In American Society: Are Aging Women Of Color Assertive Enough?, Tina Maria Doss-Collins
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The study focus was ageism and assertiveness in aging women of color. The study examined a relationship between ageism occurring with these women and their response to it, if any. There were 41 participants in this study. They were all women of color 60-years of age and older. The participants were members of a church located in Los Angeles County.
Assessing Depression Among Elders: How Are We Doing?, Kayli Nicole Stohler
Assessing Depression Among Elders: How Are We Doing?, Kayli Nicole Stohler
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The purpose of this study was to understand medical social workers' and licensed registered nurses' decision-making process for recognizing late-life depression. The study participants involved in this research project included 10 medical social workers and 9 licensed registered nurses from Redlands Community Hospital. For this study, interviewing was the primary source of collecting data.
Psychological Quality Of Life In The Nursing Home Environment, Gabriel Mejia
Psychological Quality Of Life In The Nursing Home Environment, Gabriel Mejia
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This study confirms that depression is highly prevalent in nursing homes. In addition, this study reveals incongruency between depression rates and recognition rates of depression in the nursing home environment.
Narrative Discovery Of Spirituality And Its Correlation With Late Life Satisfaction, Cherie Lynn Barnstable, Samantha Georgeann Lillo
Narrative Discovery Of Spirituality And Its Correlation With Late Life Satisfaction, Cherie Lynn Barnstable, Samantha Georgeann Lillo
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This study utilized both qualitative and quantitative research to explore the correlation of spirituality and late life satisfaction of assisted living residents. The narrative life review process revealed a wealth of information on the effect spirituality had upon various aspects of respondents' lives.