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Zepelin, Harold; And Others – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 1987
Studied white and blue-collar men and women using a questionnaire seeking designation of the most suitable ages for various role transitions and age-related attributes. Comparisons with 1950s findings indicated loosening of the norms, but with continuing adherence to a prescriptive timetable and with persistent socioeconomic differences. Results…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adults, Age Differences, Attitudes

Stevens, Ellen S. – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 1993
Questionnaire responses of 108 older adults revealed 5 correlates of sense of usefulness: continuity in respect from younger age, involvement with family, involvement with significant others, involvement with community, and meeting one's expectations for old age. Continuity in respect, meeting one's expectations, and sense of usefulness combined…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Aging (Individuals), Community Organizations, Expectation