The Motivation and Political Alienation of Older Americans.

Cox, Harold

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ERIC Number: EJ224969

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Publication Date: 1980

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The Motivation and Political Alienation of Older Americans.

Cox, Harold

International Journal of Aging and Human Development, v11 n1 p1-12 1980

External orientation was significantly related to feelings of political incapability. Early personal orientation toward problem solving led to generalized expectations providing long-range motivational and behavioral patterns for individuals throughout life. (Author/NRB)

Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Individual Development, Individual Power, Locus of Control, Motivation, Older Adults, Political Attitudes, Problem Solving

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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