The Effect of Deviations from Stereotyped Expectations upon Attitudes toward Older Persons.

Crockett, Walter H.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ200882

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Publication Date: 1979-May

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The Effect of Deviations from Stereotyped Expectations upon Attitudes toward Older Persons.

Crockett, Walter H.; And Others

Journal of Gerontology, v34 n3 p368-74 May 1979

Subjects read interviews in which either a 36-year-old or a 76-year-old widow talked about her life. They then rated their attitudes. Results show the perceivers viewed specific older persons as exceptions, while retaining negative stereotypes of the elderly in general. Theoretical expectations differed from results. (Author/BEF)

Descriptors: Age, Attitude Measures, Older Adults, Research Projects, Social Attitudes, Stereotypes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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