Social engagement as a predictor of health services use in baby-boomers and older adults

Purpose: To examine the relationship between social engagement (SE) and health care use (HCU) in baby-boomers (age 45-64) and older adults (65+). Methods: Data from the Wellness Institute Services Evaluation Research III was used. SE was assessed using measures of formal, informal, and civic activ...

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Main Author: McArthur, Jennifer Meghan
Other Authors: Menec, Verena (Community Health Sciences)
Published: 2013
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1993/22119