Table of Contents

Introduction……………………………………………………………………………..…1
Method……………………………………………………………………………………..8
Results…………………………………………………………………………………….13
Discussion……………………………………………………………………………..…18
References………………………………………………………………………………..24
Tables
1. Positive and Negative Affect Averages and Change Scores…………………………….13
2. ETRS Subscale Paired-Samples T-Test Results Summary………………………………15
3. Means and Standard Deviations of Length of Stay in ALFs and Perceptions of ES
Appropriateness………………………………………………………………………….16
4. Summary of ANOVAs on Length of Stay in ALFs and Perception of ES
Appropriateness…………………………………………………………………………..16
Figures
1. The Communication Predicament of Aging Model……………………………………….3
Appendices
A. Brief Interview for Mental Status………………………………………………………..27
B. Video Scripts……………………………………………………………………………..28
C. Mood Measure: Positive and Negative Affect Schedule…………………………………34
D. Communication Perception: Emotional Tone Rating Scale……………………………..35
E. Qualitative Interview…………………………………………………………………….36
F. Informed Consent Form…………………………………………………………………39