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- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Copyright
- © 1995 The Gerontological Society of America
- ISSN
- 0016-9013
- eISSN
- 1758-5341
- DOI
- 10.1093/geront/35.4.515
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Abstract The goal of this article is to provide theoretical underpinnings for reminiscence by reviewing and evaluating previous research, and integrating it within a theoretical framework. Using a continuity theory perspective (Atchley, 1989), propositions are generated which may facilitate reminiscence research across the life span. Three global functions of reminiscence are derived from continuity theory (private, social, and cognitive functions) and are used as a foundation for the creation of seven propositions. Life stories, Life review, Reminiscence, Theories of aging This content is only available as a PDF. Author notes 1 The author wishes to thank John E. Hocking, PhD, Jerry Hale, PhD, Charles R. Gruner, PhD, Sharon Price, PhD, Dale C. Leathers, PhD, and Denise Park, PhD, who are faculty members at The University of Georgia. © 1995 The Gerontological Society of America
Journal
The Gerontologist – Oxford University Press
Published: Aug 1, 1995