Myths and Realities of Aging

This fact sheet describes some of the prejudices our society has about aging. Ten of the most common myths of aging are explored. A description of what is really true follows each myth. This document is FCS2193, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Coop...

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Main Author: Carolyn S. Wilken
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Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2003-03-01
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