Study suggests that living with family, arriving in the United States in late life, and access to social support independently decreased the probability of dying in a nursing home.
Researchers find that Tai Chi can help to reduce depressive symptoms in older patients with depression.
The study examines the retirement economic status of three groups of older adults: those who are financially independent, those who are financially supported by their adult children or children-in-law, and those who are receiving welfare assistance.
The study finds that the aged population in Hong Kong will be increased rapidly in the coming three decades and the oldest-old is the fastest growing age group.
The study finds that utilization of hospital services could be significantly reduced when a group of elderly patients and their caregivers received timely interventions and appropriate services through case management services.
The study finds that the impact of visual impairment on psychological well-being among elderly Chinese is more robust than hearing loss.
Researchers examines whether a specific reminiscence program leads to higher levels of psychosocial well-being in nursing home residents with dementia.
The study finds that the impact of childlessness on psychological well-being among elderly Chinese is more robust than that found in older Americans.
The project brought together mainstream agencies with ethnic agencies to provide an array of coordinated services to Latino dementia-affected families.
Results from the study of older Black Americans finds that gender, marital status, and extraversion are factors in determining emotional support from relatives and friends.
