Satisfaction in Multigenerational Households.

Mindel, Charles H.; Wright, Roosevelt, Jr.

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ERIC Number: EJ265550

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1982-Jul

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Satisfaction in Multigenerational Households.

Mindel, Charles H.; Wright, Roosevelt, Jr.

Journal of Gerontology, v37 n4 p483-89 Jul 1982

Using social exchange theory, examined satisfaction of the primary caregiver with living in a multigenerational household in 99 Midwestern families. Identified important predictors of satisfaction consisting of characteristics of the older person (indicators of dependency status, characteristics of the primary caregiver, and the situational problems of daily life). (Author/RC)

Descriptors: Extended Family, Family Life, Family Relationship, Individual Characteristics, Life Satisfaction, Morale, Older Adults, Path Analysis, Psychological Characteristics, Social Exchange Theory

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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