An Ecological Model of Mental Health among Small-Town Rural Elderly.

Windley, Paul G.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1982-Mar

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An Ecological Model of Mental Health among Small-Town Rural Elderly.

Windley, Paul G.; And Others

Journal of Gerontology, v37 n2 p235-42 Mar 1982

Models the impact of three domains of environmental variables (ecological/architectural, psychosocial, and personal) on the mental health and well-being of 989 community-based rural elderly. Perceived environmental constriction, satisfaction with dwelling features, and satisfaction with community were the largest predictors of mental health. (Author/RC)

Descriptors: Community Involvement, Community Satisfaction, Environmental Influences, Mental Health, Models, Older Adults, Physical Environment, Predictor Variables, Rural Environment, Rural Population, Social Influences, Well Being

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Reports - General

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Language: English

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