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Effects of Functional Status and Ageism Experience on Successful Ageing of Elderly in a City

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify the effects of functional status, ageism experience on successful ageing in an urban elders. Methods: The data were collected from 280 participants using welfare center in B city, from August 14 to September 1, 2017. Finally, 273 copies were used for analysis. Statistical analysis of t-test, ANOVA, Pearson’s correlation coefficients, and multiple regression analysis were performed through the IBM SPSS Statistics 24.0. Results: There was a positive correlation between ageism experience and depression, and successful ageing, instrumental activities of daily living, depression, ageism experience showed a negative correlation. The significant predictors of successful ageing were depression, monthly income and instrumental activities of daily living. This model explained 44.3%. Conclusion: Therefore, there is a need to develop and apply effective intervention programs to improve the health of community dwelling elderly.