The Future of Psychology. A Reply to Buss.

Abrahams, J. P.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1975

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The Future of Psychology. A Reply to Buss

Abrahams, J. P.; And Others

Human Development, 18, 4, 315-318, 75

This paper describes the observations and experiences of a graduate student employed as a nurse's aide in a home for the aged. The difficulties encountered in attempting to apply traditional psychological methodology are discussed, and detailed anecdotal reports on individual cases are presented. (GO)

Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Empathy, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Human Relations, Institutionalized Persons, Nurses Aides, Nursing Homes, Older Adults, Research Problems, Staff Role

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