In their study of nursing home residents, Langer and Rodin found that residents were happier and healthier when:

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Langer and Rodin found that nursing home residents were happier and healthier when they were encouraged to make decisions for themselves. This gave them a sense of autonomy and control over their lives in an environment where they may have felt powerless. The other options may have had some positive effects, but the study specifically found that autonomy was the key factor in improving well-being.

In Their Study of Nursing Home Residents, Langer and Rodin