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The quality of life implications of health practices among older adults
 — evidence from the 1991 Canadian General Social Survey
Author(s)Kelly J Gillis, John P Hirdes
Journal titleCanadian Journal on Aging, vol 15, no 2, Summer 1996
Pagespp 299-314
KeywordsQuality of life ; Keeping fit ; Physical capacity ; Obesity ; Tobacco smoking ; Alcoholic beverages ; Social surveys ; Canada.
AnnotationMain and interactive effects of smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity and physical activity on older Canadians' quality of life are examined with 1991 General Social Survey data. Quality of life is operationalised with psychological well-being and subjective health indicators. Smoking was consistently associated with negative outcomes, but there was little evidence of adverse effects for alcohol consumption. Physical activity effects were most pronounced comparing sedentary and moderately active individuals. Body mass index showed curvilinear associations with impaired quality of life and interactions with smoking and activity level in separate models.
Accession NumberCPA-970212018 A
ClassmarkF:59: CE: BI: CSA: ETT: YPP: 3F: 7S

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