“…43 Although the psychological domain had the less significant contribution to the quality of life of the elderly assessed in this study, and the social domain did not show a significant contribution, we have to consider the psychological and social insertion changes by which the elderly individuals go through, in order to minimize the effects of such changes resulting from the age on the quality of life of these subjects. 5,7,8,40 According to Pereira, 44 In this sense, according to Santos et al, 9 the quality of life of the elderly comprehends the consideration of several biological, psychological and sociostructural criteria, since several elements are pointed as being a determinant or indicator of well-being in old age: longevity, biological health, mental health, satisfaction, cognitive control, social competence, productivity, cognitive efficacy, social status, continuity of family and occupational roles, and continuity of informal relationships with friends.…”