Impact of physical and mental health on life satisfaction in old age: a population based observational study
Abstract Background It is widely assumed that poor health lowers life satisfaction when ageing. Yet, research suggests this relationship is not straightforward. This study investigated how older people evaluate their life when facing disease and disabilities. Methods The Leiden 85-plus Study, a pros...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2016-11-01
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Series: | BMC Geriatrics |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-016-0365-4 |