Prevalence of Ambivalent Ageism Among Aging Services Providers
Author Information
Author(s): Emily Kinkade, Heather Fuller
Primary Institution: North Dakota State University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the prevalence of ambivalent ageism among aging service providers and its association with stress and burnout.
Conclusion
Benevolent ageism is more common among aging service providers and is associated with personal burnout.
Supporting Evidence
- Ambivalent ageism consists of both positive and negative attitudes towards older adults.
- Most ageism research focuses on hostile ageism in specific contexts.
- Benevolent ageism was significantly higher than hostile ageism among aging service providers.
- Benevolent and hostile ageism were associated only with personal burnout.
Takeaway
This study found that people who help older adults often have mixed feelings about them, which can make them feel more tired and stressed.
Methodology
Ambivalent ageism was measured using the Ambivalent Ageism Scale, while stress and burnout were assessed with the Perceived Occupational Stress Scale and the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the small and specific sample population.
Limitations
The study's sample size was small and limited to Midwestern aging service providers.
Participant Demographics
Midwestern aging service providers.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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