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Children's views on aging: their attitudes and values

S Newman1, R Faux, B Larimer

  • 1Generations Together, University of Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA.

The Gerontologist
|June 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Children view aging and older adults more positively than adults assume. Positive interactions with seniors shape children's perceptions, noting aging signs without judgment but disliking age-related ailments.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Societal views often portray aging negatively, potentially influencing children's attitudes.
  • Understanding children's perspectives on aging is crucial for intergenerational relations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate school-age children's perceptions and attitudes toward aging and older adults.
  • To assess the impact of interactions with older adults on children's views.
  • To explore children's value judgments regarding aging.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized an adapted version of the validated Children's Views on Aging (CVoA) instrument.
  • Employed a four-part instrument to assess children's views on aging and older adults.
  • Enabled children to make value judgments on their responses.

Main Results:

  • Children's perceptions of aging are less negative than commonly assumed by adults.
  • Positive effects observed in children following interactions with older adults.
  • Children identify physical signs of aging neutrally but react negatively to associated unpleasant conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Children's attitudes towards aging are positively influenced by intergenerational contact.
  • Interventions can leverage positive interactions to foster more favorable views of aging in children.

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