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[Longitudinal changes in rigidity in old age]

U Wirtler, A Angleitner

    Zeitschrift Fur Gerontologie
    |July 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Over a six-year period, elderly individuals showed increased rigidity and decreased flexibility. This longitudinal study tracked attitude and behavior changes in older adults, confirming age-related shifts in cognitive flexibility.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Gerontology
    • Behavioral Science

    Context:

    • Investigates longitudinal changes in attitude and behavior rigidity among elderly individuals aged 68-90.
    • Utilizes data collected in 1969/70 and 1976 from 86 subjects.
    • Examines external variables including intelligence, anxiety, health, extraversion, and neuroticism.

    Purpose:

    • To assess changes in rigidity and flexibility over time in an aging population.
    • To identify correlations between aging, rigidity, and other psychological and health factors.
    • To determine if sex influences the longitudinal changes in rigidity and flexibility.

    Summary:

    • Longitudinal analysis revealed a significant increase in intolerance and dispositional rigidity, alongside a decrease in adaptive and spontaneous flexibility over six years.

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  • Riegel-scales indicated a positive correlation between increasing age and rigidity in personal judgments, while agreement with general statements decreased.
  • Sex differences emerged: women exhibited less rigidity but also reduced adaptive flexibility compared to men.

    • Impact:

    • Provides insights into age-related cognitive and behavioral shifts, particularly concerning rigidity and flexibility.
    • Highlights the importance of considering sex as a factor in understanding aging-related psychological changes.
    • Contributes to gerontological research by offering longitudinal data on personality and cognitive traits in later life.