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Independence and dependence for older adults with osteoarthritis or osteoporosis
Author(s)Cheryl A Cott, Monique A M Gignac
Journal titleCanadian Journal on Aging, vol 18, no 1, Spring 1999
Pagespp 1-25
KeywordsArthritis ; Osteoporosis ; Independence ; Mobility ; Self care capacity ; Living in the community ; Social surveys ; Canada.
AnnotationIn this Canadian study, qualitative methods are used to explore subjective perceptions of independence and dependence for older people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions. 27 in-depth interviews were conducted with older people living in the community in the greater Metropolitan Toronto area who had osteoarthritis and/or osteoporosis. Respondents shared similar perceptions of independence and dependence, but self-definitions as independent were related to domains of difficulty, coping skills used, assistive devices, and nature of the helping relationship. Three categories of respondents based on domains of difficulty (Community Mobility, Household Activities, and Personal Care) are used to illustrate how respondents negotiate their self-identities as independent in the light of the other three factors. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-990719206 A
ClassmarkCLA: CLO: C3: C4: CA: K4: 3F: 7S

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