Palmore (1974): study US 1955
Publication
- Author(s):
- Palmore, E.B.
- Title:
- Predicting Longevity: A New Method.
- Source:
- Palmore, E.B.; Ed.: "Normal Aging II", Duke University Press, 1974, Durham, USA, 281 - 285
Investigation
- Public
- 60-94 aged, USA, 1955-1959, followed 15 years
- Sample
- Non-probability purposive sample
- Respondents
- N = 271
- Non Response
- Assessment
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Multiple assesment methods
T1: Face-to-Face interview (happiness); T2: Check whether respondent is alive (longevity).
Happiness Measure(s) and Distributional Findings
- Full text:
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Rating by social worker
0 unhappy, discontented, worried
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9 very happy, great contentment - Classification:
- M-CO-g-rc-n-10-a