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- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Copyright
- © 1981 The Gerontological Society of America
- ISSN
- 0016-9013
- eISSN
- 1758-5341
- DOI
- 10.1093/geront/21.6.628
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Abstract Continuity theory, one of the most promising theories of social gerontology, is reconceptualized by placing emphasis on the interaction between individual characteristics and the social structure. Three propositions are presented: (1) as the person's resources and abilities increase, the ability to continue in social roles increases; (2) as the restrictiveness of the social structure declines, the ability of old people to maintain and continue desired social roles increases; (3) people with the most rewarding and desirable social roles are unlikely to want to surrender these roles. This content is only available as a PDF. © 1981 The Gerontological Society of America
Journal
The Gerontologist – Oxford University Press
Published: Dec 1, 1981