Abstract

• The author evaluated physical, psychological and socioeconomical problems of the elderly, using interview and Cornell Medical Index. The subjects were 160 aged persons (above 65 years old), who were divided into two groups-80 in home, 80 in an asylum for the aged. The mean CMI scores are as follows: 1. The total subjects was 45.04 and the asylum group was found higher than the home group. 2. The female group was higher than the male group. 3. The single group was higher than the group who has spouse. 4. There was significant difference according to the economic state. 5. There was significant difference according to the degree of the activities on daily living.

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