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Abstract
The present study examined therapists' training in aging issues, and their knowledge and attitudes about aging. One hundred and ninety-one clinicians completed a web-based questionnaire. The majority of respondents reported to have some training in aging issues, although they did not believe it prepared them well to work with older clients. Clinicians reported feeling comfortable working with older adults, yet they also agreed that special training could benefit their work. Knowledge scores were significantly correlated with interest in aging issues, perceived importance of training, perceived competence, and perceived effectiveness in treating older adults. Research and clinical implications are discussed.
A version of this article was presented at the 58th Annual Conference for the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, October 2000, Chicago, Illinois.
Notes
∗Ages of Jeff and Barbara were changed in the second version of this vignette to 66 and 64 respectively.
∗∗ In the second version of this vignette, the gender of the older family member was changed (from George, Boyd's father, to Janet, Boyd's mother).