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Play It (Again) Sam: Linguistic Changes Predict Improved Mental and Physical Health Among Older Adults.

Authors :
Consedine, Nathan S.
Krivoshekova, Yulia S.
Magai, Carol
Source :
Journal of Language & Social Psychology. Sep2012, Vol. 31 Issue 3, p240-262. 23p.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article discusses on whether linguistic changes anticipate changes in the physical and mental health in older adults. A 10-minute oral disclosures was completed by 160 Black and White women and men with age ranging from 50 to 70, with follow-up after one month. It suggests that older adults demonstrate greater off-topic verbosity, manifest more integrated themes, and narrate in a manner that connect self experiences.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0261927X
Volume :
31
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Language & Social Psychology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
78380425
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/0261927X12446736