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. 1984 Sep;39(5):603-12.
doi: 10.1093/geronj/39.5.603.

Self-evaluation of life function (self) scale: a short, comprehensive self-report of health for elderly adults

M W Linn, B S Linn

Self-evaluation of life function (self) scale: a short, comprehensive self-report of health for elderly adults

M W Linn et al. J Gerontol. 1984 Sep.

Abstract

The development of a 54-item, multidimensional, self-report scale to measure physical, emotional, and social function is described in regard to reliability, validity, and factor structure. The scale appears to measure the following dimensions: physical disability, symptoms of aging, self-esteem, social satisfaction, depression, and personal control. The scale was derived from two studies of 826 persons age 60 and older. The scale is recommended when a comprehensive, relatively short, self-report assessment is needed for screening or research purposes.

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