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Direct linkSimpson, Tamara; Camfield, David; Pipingas, Andrew; Macpherson, Helen; Stough, Con – Educational Gerontology, 2012
In an increasingly aging population, a number of adults are concerned about declines in their cognitive abilities. Online computer-based cognitive training programs have been proposed as an accessible means by which the elderly may improve their cognitive abilities; yet, more research is needed in order to assess the efficacy of these programs. In…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Aging (Individuals), Comparative Analysis, Control Groups
Koder, Deborah-Anne; Helmes, Edward – Gerontology & Geriatrics Education, 2008
Despite the growing number of older adults that implies an increasing need for psychological services, few psychologists choose to specialize in working with older clients. The present cross-sectional research examined predictors of student interest in working with older clients in an effort to understand factors that may influence future…
Descriptors: Psychological Services, Psychologists, Student Interests, Older Adults
Peer reviewedKendig, Hal L.; Rowland, Don T. – Gerontologist, 1983
Examined the involvement of 1,050 older Australians with members of their modified-extended families, especially adult children. Results showed the relationships entail close emotional bonds, regular interaction, and a two-way flow of instrumental support. Older Australians live in joint households more frequently than Americans do. (JAC)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Family Relationship, Foreign Countries, Gerontology
Peer reviewedJob, Eena Marie – Journal of Gerontology, 1983
Reports problems connected with retrospective life span interviews of Australian older adults (N=204). Sources of bias arising from interview situations and interviewer/respondent interactions are discussed. Results suggest retrospective analysis deserves respect for factual potential. Gerontology research must also respect the integrity of the…
Descriptors: Bias, Cohort Analysis, Foreign Countries, Gerontology
Peer reviewedMinichiello, Victor – International Review of Education/Internationale Zeitschrift fuer Erziehungswissenschaft/Revue Internationale de Pedagogie, 1992
Reviews data on the rapid growth of the older population in Australia. Describes the aims and content of gerontological education, highlighting the importance of destroying myths. Describes the educational opportunities available for older people, exploring the University of the Third Age model. (DMM)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Age Discrimination, Allied Health Occupations Education, Educational Opportunities
