A recent article in this journal by Jessen, Cardiello, and Baun misinterpreted results of a study on the effects of the relocation of a group of nursing home residents.
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DavisR. E.ThorsonJ. A.CopenhaverJ. H. (1990) Effects of a forced institutional relocation on the mortality and morbidity of nursing home residents. Psychological Reports, 67, 263–266.
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JessenJ.CardielloF., & BaunM. M. (1996) Avian companionship in alleviation of depression, loneliness, and low morale of older adults in skilled rehabilitation units. Psychological Reports, 78, 339–348.
