Health and Life-Style of Longevous Palauans: Implications for Developmental Theory.

Jensen, Gordon D.; Polloi, Anthony H.

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ERIC Number: EJ309680

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Publication Date: 1984

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Health and Life-Style of Longevous Palauans: Implications for Developmental Theory.

Jensen, Gordon D.; Polloi, Anthony H.

International Journal of Aging and Human Development, v19 n4 p271-85 1984

Investigated the health, illness, and life-styles of the oldest Palauans (N=38) by interview in their homes. They were in unusually good physical and mental health. The most common physical problem was arthritis. Life-style is described in terms of diet, physical activity, medical services, and living conditions. (JAC)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Foreign Countries, Life Style, Older Adults, Physical Health

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Palau

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