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Interactive video communication technology and successful aging in place : applying the selective optimization with compensation model

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Yamamoto, Toshiko

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This study utilized the theoretical framework of selective optimization with compensation (SOC) (Baltes, 1987; Baltes & Baltes, 1990) to interpret older adults' definitions about successful aging in place. Factors contributing to successful aging in place, including the importance of social interaction and perceptions of the usefulness of interactive video communication...

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Dissertation

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with Compensation Model Abstract approved: Carmen D. Steggell This study utilized the
Predictors of Florida retirees' housing decisions and housing adjustments

Creator:

Yamamoto, Toshiko

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This thesis addresses the issue of comfortable and functional living environments to provide seniors with opportunities for "age in place," that is, living in one's own house after retirement. Such living environments enhance seniors' life satisfaction since the majority of seniors prefer to stay in their own houses and live...

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Masters Thesis

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, as well as the other committee members Carmen D. Steggell, Carol C. Caughey, and Andreas Waldkirch