Functionality and loneliness in older people: Model of mediation by positive affect
Helena Espirito-Santo,
Leana Crúzio-Grilo,
Laura Lemos
et al.
Abstract:Objective: Research has shown that loneliness is associated with functional disability in the older population. However, little is known about the role of affectivity in this relationship. The present study explored a mediation model in which affectivity was hypothesized to mediate the relationship between functionality and loneliness, controlling for the effect of relevant variables. Methods: The University of California Loneliness Scale-16 items, Geriatric Functionality Scale, Positive and Negative Affect Sc… Show more
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