“…Older persons with good perceived health status participated in relatively more varieties of activity daily than those with poor perceived health status, especially among those with no education or below-average self-esteem. As regards the categories of daily activity participation, the findings of this study are consistent with past studies that show a higher level of participation for older persons with good health status in paid work, 6,12,13 volunteer activity, 6,12,14,15,23 and leisure activities. 16,17 Other than perceived health status, factors affecting participation in social role activities include age, educational level, and employment status.…”