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Intergenerational Service Topic Bibliography, Robin Vue-Benson, Robert Shumer Aug 1997

Intergenerational Service Topic Bibliography, Robin Vue-Benson, Robert Shumer

Bibliographies

America is changing. More of our citizens are moving into the "senior" portions of their lives. Within twenty years, a significant segment of our population will be retired or nearing retirement. With this retirement comes a tendency to live in retirement communities, separated from mainstream society. At the same time, our youth are experiencing greater isolation from adult life and from interaction with older individuals. Because of our mobile population, many children grow up today without regular contact with a grandparent or an older adult. This scenario suggests that there is perhaps no greater need in our society than to …

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Generational Dependency And Elderly Care : A Psychological Interpretation Of Cultural Norms And Exchange, Ying Yi Hong, William T. Liu Aug 1997

Generational Dependency And Elderly Care : A Psychological Interpretation Of Cultural Norms And Exchange, Ying Yi Hong, William T. Liu

Centre for Public Policy Studies : CPPS Working Paper Series

ln spite of the complexity of such dynamic relationships in the caregiving system, the literature shows that dominant research paradigm has places elderly care in the framework of a simple, unqualified social exchange theory. The primary goal of this paper to critique research approach based on the social exchange theory. First, we wish to discuss how the exchange theory lies at the heart of the debate between the proponents and opponents of having family members as the primary care providers for elderly. We wish to review the basic assumptions that social exchange theory holds about caregiving relationships. Second, we suggest …

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Aspect Of Aging: A Focus On Elder Substance Abuse And Home Detoxification, Hugh Everman Jul 1997

Aspect Of Aging: A Focus On Elder Substance Abuse And Home Detoxification, Hugh Everman

Morehead State Theses and Dissertations

An applied project submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Education Specialist at Morehead State University by Hugh Everman on July 31 1997.

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Filial Piety And Caregiving Burden In Shanghai, People's Republic Of China, William T. Liu, Elena S. H. Yu, Shang Gong Sun, Yin Kean Jul 1997

Filial Piety And Caregiving Burden In Shanghai, People's Republic Of China, William T. Liu, Elena S. H. Yu, Shang Gong Sun, Yin Kean

Centre for Public Policy Studies : CPPS Working Paper Series

No abstract provided.

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Silver Bulletin, Volume Xi, Number 3, Texas Silver-Haired Legislature, William J. Sagstetter Jul 1997

Silver Bulletin, Volume Xi, Number 3, Texas Silver-Haired Legislature, William J. Sagstetter

Texas Silver-Haired Legislature

Silver Bulletin volume XI number 3 published July 1997. This publication of the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature was edited by William J. (Bill) Sagstetter.

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Examining The Complex Relationship Between Social Support And Self-Reported Physical And Emotional Status Of Older Adults, Janet L. Cahill Jun 1997

Examining The Complex Relationship Between Social Support And Self-Reported Physical And Emotional Status Of Older Adults, Janet L. Cahill

Theses and Graduate Projects

This exploratory quantitative study was undertaken to examine the complex relationship between social support and the self-reported physical and emotional health status of older adults. The participants (N=30), clients and volunteers of DARTS (Dakota Area Resources and Transportation For Seniors), completed a structured interview consisting of twenty-one questions from two validated questionnaires. The survey measured physical health status, emotional well-being and perceived social support of the participants. The implications of the findings of this study, although complex in nature, are consistent with past studies and will assist DARTS in planning and evaluating services for seniors and their caregivers in Dakota …

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Caregiver Support Groups: Benefits Of Participation, Charlotte Jean Mcintosh Jun 1997

Caregiver Support Groups: Benefits Of Participation, Charlotte Jean Mcintosh

Theses and Graduate Projects

As the population ages, many adults will find themselves dependent on others for care due to chronic illness or disability. Often a family member will assist an individual by becoming the caregiver. A caregiver experiences a unique set of stressors and challenges that come with this responsibility. In the community, there are caregiver support groups that are designed to assist a caregiver. This study explored three aspects of participation in a caregiver support group. The findings of this study reveal that participation in a caregiver support group has benefits for the caregivers. The caregivers reported that they learned about resources …

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Caregiver And Clinician Assessment Of Behavioral Disturbances: The California Dementia Behavior Questionnaire, Jeff Victoroff, Kristy A. Nielson, Dan Mungas Jun 1997

Caregiver And Clinician Assessment Of Behavioral Disturbances: The California Dementia Behavior Questionnaire, Jeff Victoroff, Kristy A. Nielson, Dan Mungas

Psychology Faculty Research and Publications

As part of a multicenter project to study noncognitive behavioral disturbances in dementia, the authors developed a comprehensive caregiver-rated questionnaire for these behaviors. The authors determined the reliability of caregiver ratings and compared caregiver ratings with clinician ratings using standard instruments. Caregivers showed good test/retest reliability for ratings of all types of patient behavioral disturbance. Caregiver interrater reliability was highest for depression and lowest for psychosis. The correlation between caregiver reports and professional assessments was highest for agitation, intermediate for psychosis, and lowest for depression. The match between caregiver and clinician assessments of patient behaviors appears to vary significantly by …

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University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 09 - May 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston May 1997

University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 09 - May 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

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Devolpment Of A Scale To Assess Home Health Care Aides' Ability To Recognize Depression In Older Adults, Tina M. Nerney May 1997

Devolpment Of A Scale To Assess Home Health Care Aides' Ability To Recognize Depression In Older Adults, Tina M. Nerney

Community & Environmental Health Theses & Dissertations

Depression afflicts 20% to 40% of people 65 and older. Depression in older adults is frequent and chronic. The challenge of a hospital stay and the knowledge of having a long term disability may increase the risk for a depressive episode. In today's health care environment older adults are being released from hospitals after a short length of stay and are frequently dependent on home health services for assistance with activities of daily living. Home health care aides are given the responsibility of providing these services to the older adult in the home environment and need to be aware of …

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The Guardian, April 9, 1997, Wright State University Student Body Apr 1997

The Guardian, April 9, 1997, Wright State University Student Body

The Guardian Student Newspaper

Twenty-four page issue of The Guardian, the official student-run newspaper for Wright State University. The Guardian has been published regularly since March of 1965.

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Community, Spring 1997, Office Of Communications And Marketing, Wright State University Apr 1997

Community, Spring 1997, Office Of Communications And Marketing, Wright State University

Community

Twenty-eight page issue of Community which was published periodically from 1996 through 2011. The magazine focused on news and events at Wright State University relating to faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the university.

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University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 08 - April 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston Apr 1997

University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 08 - April 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

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University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 07 - March 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston Mar 1997

University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 07 - March 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

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Asian-American Elderly: A Review Of The Quality Of Life And Social Service Needs, Mizanur R. Miah, Dean R. Kahler Mar 1997

Asian-American Elderly: A Review Of The Quality Of Life And Social Service Needs, Mizanur R. Miah, Dean R. Kahler

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This paper briefly reviews the historical, cultural, and socio-economic factors that affect and define the lives of Asian-American elderly. A close examination of the present quality of life of Asian-American Elderly is made to determine if there are differences between that population and other populations. This paper provides information about existing social services and a summary of culturally relevant social work intervention. In conclusion, the paper underscores the urgent need for additional data collection regarding the Asian-American elderly that will help guide appropriate policy decisions and social services for this neglected group.

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Review Of Inequality In Old Age. John A. Vincent. Reviewed By Martin Tracy, Southern Illinois University., Martin Tracy Mar 1997

Review Of Inequality In Old Age. John A. Vincent. Reviewed By Martin Tracy, Southern Illinois University., Martin Tracy

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

John A. Vincent, Inequality in Old Age. New York: St. Martin's Press, 1996. $ 49.95 hardcover.

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Central Florida Future, February 26, 1997 Feb 1997

Central Florida Future, February 26, 1997

Central Florida Future

Some students soaked over new sprinklers; Police focus on false identities; Professor's study is one for the ages; run-off necessary to claim majority.

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University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 06 - February 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston Feb 1997

University Reporter - Vol. 01, No. 06 - February 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

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The Guardian, January 22, 1997, Wright State University Student Body Jan 1997

The Guardian, January 22, 1997, Wright State University Student Body

The Guardian Student Newspaper

Sixteen page issue of The Guardian, the official student-run newspaper for Wright State University. The Guardian has been published regularly since March of 1965.

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The Effects Of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy On Anxiety Among The Elderly In A Nursing Home Setting, Lawrence David Parker Jan 1997

The Effects Of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy On Anxiety Among The Elderly In A Nursing Home Setting, Lawrence David Parker

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

This study evaluated the effects of cognitive-behavioral therapy on the severity of anxiety among the elderly in a nursing home setting. Eighteen adults were involved in the research. The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BDI) was used for a pre-test, post-test, and delayed post-test measures. The results of the t-test indicated a significant difference between the pre-test and the post-test measures in the experimental group. The significant difference was not, however, maintained over time. The results of t-test between the pre-test delayed post-test for the experimental group was non-significant. The results of the study suggested that cognitive-behavioral therapy training did have a …

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Chrysalis Yearbook, 1997, Molloy University Archives And Special Collections Jan 1997

Chrysalis Yearbook, 1997, Molloy University Archives And Special Collections

Yearbooks

This is the yearbook for the 1997 graduating class of Molloy College. The yearbook documents the graduating senior class portraits, faculty and administrators, student organizations and clubs, and athletics.

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A Communal Meal Program Aimed At Reducing The Feelings Of Depression In The Elderly, Michael Dane Walper Jan 1997

A Communal Meal Program Aimed At Reducing The Feelings Of Depression In The Elderly, Michael Dane Walper

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

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Effects Of A Racist Environment On Hypertension: Traditional Versus Acculturated African Americans, Delia Lucia Lang Jan 1997

Effects Of A Racist Environment On Hypertension: Traditional Versus Acculturated African Americans, Delia Lucia Lang

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

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The Role Of Activity Level For Memory In The Elderly, Lori Ann Johnson Jan 1997

The Role Of Activity Level For Memory In The Elderly, Lori Ann Johnson

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

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Older Lesbian Perspectives On “Marriage” And “Same-Sex Marriage”, Jean Powell Jan 1997

Older Lesbian Perspectives On “Marriage” And “Same-Sex Marriage”, Jean Powell

Academic History

No abstract provided.

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The Interaction Between Religiosity And Depression Among Students At Two Universities, Nils Anders Haldorsen Jan 1997

The Interaction Between Religiosity And Depression Among Students At Two Universities, Nils Anders Haldorsen

Masters Theses

The association between religion and mental health has been a long standing topic of the debate. Some have felt that religion leads to emotional and mental disturbances and thus is detrimental to mental health (Freud, 1907/1924, 1927/1961; Ellis, 1980, 1988); while others believe religion is helpful to mental health (Jung, 1932, 1933; Bergin 1980, 1983) . This study used 180 male and female (79%) college students from a Midwestern state university (62%) and a Christian liberal arts college. It was found that for women, private religiosity was negatively related to depression, as measured by the BDI. Students from the state …

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Texas Silver-Haired Legislature Foundation Minutes, 1997, Texas Silver Haired Legislature Foundation Jan 1997

Texas Silver-Haired Legislature Foundation Minutes, 1997, Texas Silver Haired Legislature Foundation

Texas Silver-Haired Legislature

Texas Silver-Haired Legislature Foundation minutes from 1997.

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Ag Edwards Investment Account, 1997, Texas Silver Haired Legislature Foundation, Texas Silver-Haired Legislature Jan 1997

Ag Edwards Investment Account, 1997, Texas Silver Haired Legislature Foundation, Texas Silver-Haired Legislature

Texas Silver-Haired Legislature

Information on the AG Edwards Investment Account from 1997.

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[Review Of] Rakhmiel Peltz. From Immigrant To Ethnic Culture: American Yiddish In South Philadelphia, Ayala Fader Jan 1997

[Review Of] Rakhmiel Peltz. From Immigrant To Ethnic Culture: American Yiddish In South Philadelphia, Ayala Fader

Ethnic Studies Review

Rakhmiel Peltz, in From Immigrants to Ethnic Culture: American Yiddish in South Philadelphia, presents one of the few ethnographies available on spoken American Yiddish in his investigation of the elderly children of immigrant Jews in a Philadelphia neighborhood. Drawing on audiotaped ethnographic data which includes life histories, personal narratives, interviews, and naturally-occurring interactions in local contexts, Peltz examines how Jewish residents attempt to maintain their yiddishkayt (`Jewishness') as they become a shrinking minority in what was once a thriving Jewish community.

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Effects Of Training And Contact On Decreasing Ageism In Mental Health Professionals, Kristen Lyn Nachtmann Jan 1997

Effects Of Training And Contact On Decreasing Ageism In Mental Health Professionals, Kristen Lyn Nachtmann

Theses

Advances in research on attitudes towards older adults can productively be applied to the problem of professional ageism. In this study a group of 50 mental health professionals ranging in age from 19-65 with 21 being male and 29 being female responded to a questionnaire entitled Aging Opinion Survey. This survey requested the subjects' opinions concerning three topics: stereotypic decrement, personal anxiety towards aging, and social value of the elderly. This was matched with their level of training in gerontology and contact with this population. ln general, subjects with higher levels of contact and training had a more positive opinion …

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