The study of perceived environment and its relation to senior citizen's physical activity behavior intention

Jih-hwa Wu, Shu-Hua Li and Wei-Ying Sung

Journal of Business Research, 2016, vol. 69, issue 6, 2259-2264

Abstract: An aging society exerts considerable influence on the health of the elderly. Studies indicate that regular physical activity can reduce the incidence of chronic diseases, promote senior citizens' mental health and cognitive functioning, and enhance quality of life. It shows decrease government expenditures on Medicare and welfare.

Keywords: Perceived environment; Senior citizen; Quality of life; Theory of planned behavior; PLS; Fs/QCA (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2016
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbusres.2015.12.039

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