An examination of objective factors and social psychological correlates of the stereotype of "old": a development of a model

Self-Esteem, Age Identification, and Media Exposure of the Elderly and their Relationship to Fashionability

“…Literature Review Several researchers have focused on self-concept and selfesteem of the elderly (Aldredge, 1973;Brubaker, 1976;Evans, 1978;Hunter, Linn & Harris, 1981-82;Perry & Slemp, 1980;Puglisi, 1983;Rodins & Langer, 1980;Suls & Mullen, 1983-84). However, contradictory viewpoints exist as to whether self-esteem among the aged is decreased because of loss in physical, social, and/or psychological power or fear of exploitation.…”

Old people's attitudes toward other age groups' beliefs and opinions about the aged

“…Research with male subjects in rural Iowa further supported the findings that the aged report satisfaction in their living during the later years of their life (Brubaker, 1976;Brubaker & Powers, 1976). These studies, based on self reports, also conclude that many aged persons have positive self-evaluation of themselves.…”

“…Findings from recent research that either included or utilized old age samples are contradictory with respect to how the aged view being old (Aisenberg, 1964;Bell & Sanfield, 1973;Brubaker, 1976;Brubaker & Powers, 1976;Crouch, 1972;Kastenbaum & Durkee, 1964;NCOA, 1975). It appears that the assumption that aging is a negative experience cannot be accepted for all old people.…”