Perceived Control over Memory Aging: Developmental and Intervention Perspectives.

Lachman, Margie E.

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ERIC Number: EJ438682

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Publication Date: 1991

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Perceived Control over Memory Aging: Developmental and Intervention Perspectives.

Lachman, Margie E.

Journal of Social Issues, v47 n4 p159-75 1991

Examines age differences in control beliefs for several domains, including intellectual aging and memory, for 200 adults aged 20-89 years. In domains of health and intellectual aging, older adults have lower internal control and higher external control beliefs than young and middle-age adults. A memory training program is described. (SLD)

Descriptors: Adults, Age Differences, Aging (Individuals), Intellectual Development, Interpersonal Competence, Learning Strategies, Locus of Control, Memory, Performance, Political Attitudes, Well Being

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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