「もの」環境による環境行動支援とジェンダー

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This paper is connected with research to develop methods to enhance the individual quality of living (QOL) of people who move into housing facilities for the elderly (environmental behavior support). An examination is made of the type and number of "things" owned by people who have moved into a home for elderly people requiring special care. Things used for daily activities account for nearly every item. Research also shows that the number of items used correlates with the degree of dementia. Males tend to own fewer things than females. This gap becomes more noticeable in people with a high level of activities of daily living(ADL). However, looking at this gap over time shows males have a slower rate of ADL change compared to females. Owning only a few things encourages a reduction in ADL, a trend that is stronger in males. Inconclusion, to support an elderly person who has moved into a facility due to falling ADL or advancing dementia, it is meaningful to focus on the "things" in his or her immediate environment. In addition, it is important to take account of gender when providing support.
2007-03-30