Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ560626
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1997
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Self-Concepts of Low-Income Older Women: Not Old or Poor, But Fortunate and Blessed.
Barusch, Amanda Smith
International Journal of Aging & Human Development, v44 n4 p269-82 1997
Examines ways in which low-income older women define themselves in stigmatizing terms and explores strategies they use to preserve a positive sense of self. Results, based on 62 women interviewed, indicate that they defined themselves as "fortunate" and/or "blessed." Such an outlook may be a significant component of successful aging. (RJM)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Females, Life Satisfaction, Low Income Groups, Older Adults, Self Concept, Well Being
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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