%0 Journal Article
%T Altruistic Activity: Does It Make a Difference in the Senior Center?
%J Activities, adaptation and aging
%D 1997
%A Williams, Alice L.
%A Haber, David
%A Weaver, Gayle D.
%A Freeman, Jean L.
%V 22
%N 4
%P 31-39
%X This study examined the effect of altruistic activity on the self-esteem and life satisfaction of participants (n = 12) at a senior center. The study was a repeated measure, crossover design, with the experimental group serving as its own control. Additional qualitative data were obtained through open-ended interview questions. Statistically significant results were found for life satisfaction change as a consequence of altruistic activity, but not from participation in recreational activity. Qualitative data suggested the altruistic activity impacted more on participant well-being than the recreational activity.<p />
%G 
%I Informa - Taylor and Francis Group
%@ 0192-4788
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J016v22n04_04