Est modus in rebus: a longitudinal study of intergenerational solidarity and Locus of Control

Bordone, V. (2015). Est modus in rebus: a longitudinal study of intergenerational solidarity and Locus of Control. Ageing and Society 35 (6) 1242-1277. 10.1017/S0144686X14000178.

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Abstract

This study challenges the persistent assumption behind research on intergenerational relationships, wondering: 'can there be too much of a good thing'? The guiding hypothesis states that intergenerational solidariy, although beneficial for older parents' wellbeing at moderate levels, may be negatively associated with their individual sense of control at high levels. In contrast to previous studies, fixed-effects regression models on panel data from the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing control for selection in solidarity and changes in health. The analysis of 4,811 women and 3,847 men above the age of 50 also accounts for intergenerational conflict. Using multiple dimensions of intergenerational solidarity, our findings offer insight into the different roles of the various types of solidarity and can aid the design of formal and informal social support interventions.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: ageing; intergenerational solidarity; Locus of Control; longitudinal analysis; within-person estimation
Research Programs: World Population (POP)
Bibliographic Reference: Ageing and Society; 35(6):1242-1277 (July 2015) (Published online 10 March 2015)
Depositing User: IIASA Import
Date Deposited: 15 Jan 2016 08:53
Last Modified: 27 Aug 2021 17:39
URI: https://pure.iiasa.ac.at/11441

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