Abstract
The purpose of this investigation is to explore the network of relational closeness for individuals over the age of 65 as it relates to life satisfaction. One hundred twenty elderly individuals living in three separate living environments completed the Adult Communication Survey. Results indicate a relationship between the network of closeness of communication and reported life satisfaction. These findings гиге complex, mitigated by living environment tmd the partner of the interaction. Implications of these findings for the communication researcher and practitioner are discussed.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 229-243 |
| Number of pages | 15 |
| Journal | Western Journal of Speech Communication |
| Volume | 47 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 1983 |
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- Communication
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Relational closeness of elderly interaction : Implications for life satisfaction. / Nussbaum, Jon F.
In: Western Journal of Speech Communication, Vol. 47, No. 3, 01.01.1983, p. 229-243.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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AB - The purpose of this investigation is to explore the network of relational closeness for individuals over the age of 65 as it relates to life satisfaction. One hundred twenty elderly individuals living in three separate living environments completed the Adult Communication Survey. Results indicate a relationship between the network of closeness of communication and reported life satisfaction. These findings гиге complex, mitigated by living environment tmd the partner of the interaction. Implications of these findings for the communication researcher and practitioner are discussed.
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