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that becoming housebound initially leads to sharp falls in self-esteem and confidence. But two thirds of the sample managed to feel better as they adjusted to the change in their situation. They often explained their adjustment in emotional and spiritual terms. The extent of support from their families was an important factor where it was available.

The sample was of 35 people (26 women, nine men). Aged 75 or over, they lived alone in the community, represented a range of incomes and educational backgrounds, faced broadly the same health and social care environment, and had, within the last three months, developed a physical disability which meant they could no longer go out of the house without help. They were followed closely over six months. The people in the sample lived in a partly urban, partly rural area in south east England.

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Economic & Social Research Council
28-Sep-2002

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