Classic developmental theory suggests that aging is associated with using compensatory
strategies to prolong independence. While compensatory strategies are typically considered …

Background: Compensatory strategies (behavioral/environmental modifications) can reduce
the difficulties of performing daily living activities, fear of falling, and mortality risk. However …

We studied the impact of four psychological attributes (neuroticism, extroversion, mastery or
perceived control, and general self-efficacy expectancies) on changes in disability in a …

In older adults, impaired performance in instrumental activities of daily living (ADL) is
associated with vulnerability to harm and diminished capability for safe and independent …

As people move into advanced old age, they face increasing levels of age-related activity
restriction. It becomes important that older adults adjust their goal-striving to age-related …

Longitudinal data from a cohort of older men and women, aged 70–79, were used to test the
hypothesis that stronger self-efficacy beliefs would protect against onset of perceived …

We examine prevalence of four compensatory strategies (assistive devices, receiving help,
changing frequency, or method of performance) and their immediate and long-term …

Providing adaptive strategies to offset functional limitation is common therapeutic practice
with frail older adults in home care or rehabilitation. This study examines modifiable factors …

Objectives The purpose of the current study was to examine the longitudinal relationship
between 2 central concepts in the study of subjective well-being in old age—self-perception …

Objectives. To provide a comprehensive review regarding the role of activity and
participation compensations within the disablement process, identify directions for future …