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Feinson, Marjorie Chary – 1983
Though many theories of the greater impact of a spouse's death on men than on women derive some support from role theory, little empirical data exist to support the hypotheses. Behavioral studies of widowhood have focused on social participation as a determinant in coping, without studying the survivor's degree of social involvement before the…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Aging (Individuals), Anxiety, Death
Feinson, Marjorie Chary – 1984
Although there is consensus in the mental health literature that women report more distress and depressive symptoms than men, it is not clear if this applies to all age groups. To examine the relationship of gender and distress among older adults, two methods were employed. First, a review was conducted of all random community surveys conducted…
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Coping, Depression (Psychology), Emotional Adjustment