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The role of childhood relationships with older adults in reducing risk-taking by young adults
Author(s)Shelia M Kennison, Elisabeth Ponce-Garcia
Journal titleJournal of Intergenerational Relationships, vol 10, no 1, 2012
PublisherRoutledge, 2012
Pagespp 22-33
Sourcehttp://www.tandfonline.com
KeywordsChildren ; Young people ; Young adults [20-25] ; Ageism ; At risk ; Personal relationships ; Age groups [elderly].
AnnotationThe research aimed to investigate whether young adults' relationships with older adults during childhood predicted their current risk-taking. The authors tested the hypothesis that those who experienced close, positive childhood relationships with older adults would be less likely to hold negative attitudes toward ageing and be less likely to engage in risk-taking than would others. The results obtained in a study involving 473 participants confirmed the hypothesis. The results add to the literature, showing that childhood relationships with older adults can have long-term, positive impacts on individuals. The links between childhood relationships with older adults, ageism and risk-taking are consistent with terror management theory. (JL).
Accession NumberCPA-121214248 A
ClassmarkSBC: SB: SD6: B:TOB: CA3: DS: BB

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