A Reconceptualization of Continuity Theory: Some Preliminary Thoughts

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Continuity theory, one of the most promising theories of social gerontology, is reconceptualized by placing emphasis on the interaction between individual characteristics and the social structure. Three propositions are presented: (1) as the person's resources and abilities increase, the ability to continue in social roles increases; (2) as the restrictiveness of the social structure declines, the ability of old people to maintain and continue desired social roles increases; (3) people with the most rewarding and desirable social roles are unlikely to want to surrender these roles.

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