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Perspectives on the continuity perspective

J H Fox

    International Journal of Aging & Human Development
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    The continuity perspective on aging suggests consistency, but research indicates aging involves both continuity and discontinuity. Continuity may not always be beneficial for morale in older adults.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Psychology of Aging
    • Social Gerontology

    Background:

    • The continuity perspective is a prominent theory in aging research.
    • It posits that personality and behavior remain stable throughout the lifespan.
    • This perspective suggests older adults maintain consistency with their past selves.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the strengths and limitations of the continuity perspective on aging.
    • To review literature for evidence supporting continuity as a characteristic of aging.
    • To assess the relationship between continuity and morale in older age.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of existing studies on aging and continuity.
    • Analysis of current usages and conceptualizations of continuity in aging.

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  • Exploration of data for evidence of continuity and discontinuity.

    • Main Results:

    • Evidence suggests discontinuity is as common as continuity in the aging process.
    • Continuity may be maladaptive in certain aging contexts.
    • The relationship between continuity and morale is not consistently positive.

    Conclusions:

    • The continuity perspective may oversimplify the aging process.
    • Discontinuity should be considered a significant aspect of aging.
    • Further research is needed to refine the concept and its measurement in aging studies.