Elderly nursing home residents tend to decline faster and die sooner than they would otherwise if they lack

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Perceived control refers to the belief that one can influence their environment and outcomes in their life. Studies have shown that elderly nursing home residents who feel they have a sense of control over their daily lives, even in small decision-making processes, tend to have better health outcomes and a longer lifespan than those who do not have this sense of control. Biofeedback and alternative medicine may have some benefits, but they are not directly related to the issue at hand. Type A personalities have been associated with increased risk for heart disease, but there is no evidence to suggest it affects the decline and death rates of elderly nursing home residents.

Elderly Nursing Home Residents Tend to Decline Faster and Die