Social Interaction and Psychological Well-Being: Comparison across Stages of Adulthood.

Ishii-Kuntz, Masako

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ERIC Number: EJ411432

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Publication Date: 1990

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Social Interaction and Psychological Well-Being: Comparison across Stages of Adulthood.

Ishii-Kuntz, Masako

International Journal of Aging and Human Development, v30 n1 p15-36 1990

Used a national probability sample of adults (N=3,536) to examine the effect of social interaction on psychological well-being across stages of adulthood. Determined quality of social interaction measured by satisfaction with family life and friendship related positively to well-being of adults in all age groups. (Author/TE)

Descriptors: Adult Development, Adults, Age Differences, Family Relationship, Friendship, Interaction, Interpersonal Relationship, Life Satisfaction, National Surveys, Psychological Patterns, Quality of Life, Social Environment, Well Being

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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