1. Living Healthier, Living Longer: The Benefits of Residing in Community.
- Author
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Webster, Noah J., Ajrouch, Kristine J., and Antonucci, Toni C.
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FAMILIES , *HEALTH status indicators , *LIFE , *LONGEVITY , *SAFETY , *SOCIAL isolation , *SOCIAL networks , *STRESS management , *COMMUNITY support , *SOCIAL support , *WELL-being , *BODY movement - Abstract
This article considers the health and longevity benefits of community. The authors define social isolation, review mechanisms explaining the links between social isolation and health, consider how interventions may play a role in building community, and identify potential challenges to the ideal of community. The article also details characteristics of living in community that may promote health, such as remaining engaged, socially connected, having a place, and the availability of outdoor spaces and healthy food options. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Published
- 2013