A relationship-focused investigation of spousal psychological adjustment to dual-sensory loss.

Christine M LehanePeter ElsassHanna B HovaldtJesper Dammeyer

Published in: Aging & mental health (2016)

The current study's findings provide support for a relationship-focused perspective of spousal psychological adjustment in the context of DSL. Further, couples' sensory loss-related communication is presented as a potential intervention target to enhance spouse perceived support and psychological well-being.

Keyphrases

randomized controlled trial
sleep quality
depressive symptoms
physical activity
mental health
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climate change
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