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Peer reviewedDixon, Roger A.; Backman, Lars – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 1993
Describes conceptualization of compensation that applies to life span cognitive development, in general, and aging of prose processing skills, in particular. Presents model of forms and processes of compensation that directs attention to developing dynamics of cognitive skills and compensatory mechanisms. Outlines three main approaches to research…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Aging (Individuals), Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Style
