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Procedural and methodological parameters in behavioral-gerontological research: a review.

P M Mosher-Ashley

    International Journal of Aging & Human Development
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    This review of pre-1984 behavioral gerontology research found significant methodological flaws. Studies often focused on institutionalized elders, promoting passivity, and lacked rigorous assessment and long-term follow-up.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Behavioral Science
    • Psychological Research

    Background:

    • Behavioral-gerontological research published before 1984 was analyzed.
    • A total of 151 studies were identified and categorized.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine variations in behavioral procedures and scientific research methods.
    • To identify and address serious problems within the existing body of research.

    Main Methods:

    • Classification of 151 studies into observation, assessment, and intervention categories.
    • Examination of behavioral procedures and data collection/analysis methods for each study.

    Main Results:

    • Much research focused on institutionalized elderly, perpetuating passive roles.

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  • Fewer than 20% of studies were observational or assessment-based, and most were flawed.
  • Intervention studies were short, lacked treatment variation, and omitted crucial assessments (e.g., generalization, follow-up).

    • Conclusions:

    • Significant methodological weaknesses were identified in behavioral-gerontological research prior to 1984.
    • Future research requires improved methodology, focus on active participant roles, and comprehensive assessment strategies.
    • The findings have implications for designing more robust psychological studies with elderly populations.