Institutionalized elderly. Relaxation, locus of control, self-esteem

Progressive relaxation significantly moved elders toward a perception of internal locus of control. Progressive relaxation and activity programs significantly increased elders' self-esteem. Progressive relaxation was significantly more effective than the activity group in increasing self-esteem...

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Published in:	Journal of gerontological nursing Vol. 18; no. 4; p. 30
Main Authors:	Bensink, G W, Godbey, K L, Marshall, M J, Yarandi, H N
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-04-1992
Subjects:	Aged - psychology Education, Nursing, Continuing Humans Institutionalization Internal-External Control Nursing Homes Relaxation Therapy Self Concept
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Summary:	Progressive relaxation significantly moved elders toward a perception of internal locus of control. Progressive relaxation and activity programs significantly increased elders' self-esteem. Progressive relaxation was significantly more effective than the activity group in increasing self-esteem. Changes in locus of control and self-esteem were not correlated.
ISSN:	0098-9134
DOI:	10.3928/0098-9134-19920401-08