Service Providers' Knowledge and Misconceptions about Old Age: Comparison of Three Service Networks

Palmore's Facts on Aging Quiz was completed by 245 respondents (28%) from developmental disabilities (DD), aging, and other social service agencies in Washington. Overall, respondents got 64% correct; DD personnel scored lower than others. Most often missed items related to psychological aspect...

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Published inEducational gerontology Vol. 19; no. 8; p. 727
Main Author Gibson, John W
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 1993
Subjects
Aging (Individuals)
Developmental Disabilities
Educational Needs
Knowledge Level
Misconceptions
Social Agencies
Social Services
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Summary:Palmore's Facts on Aging Quiz was completed by 245 respondents (28%) from developmental disabilities (DD), aging, and other social service agencies in Washington. Overall, respondents got 64% correct; DD personnel scored lower than others. Most often missed items related to psychological aspects of aging, demographic trends, and socioeconomic status of elderly persons. (Author/SK)
ISSN:0360-1277
DOI:10.1080/0360127930190804