DISABILITY: INDEPENDENT OR DEPENDENT VARIABLE IN GERONTOLOGICAL RESEARCH?
2024
Understanding Disability in Aging Research
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Author Information
Author(s): Michelle Putnam, Susan Stark
Primary Institution: Simmons University, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Hypothesis
When should disability be considered an independent or dependent variable in gerontological research?
Conclusion
A consistent approach to using disability as an independent and/or dependent variable can enhance the understanding of its role in aging research.
Supporting Evidence
- Disability can be viewed as both an independent and dependent variable in research.
- The conceptualization of disability varies between gerontological and rehabilitation research.
Takeaway
This study talks about how researchers should think about disability when studying aging. It helps to know if disability is something that affects aging or if it's affected by aging.
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