The Development and Manifestation of Altruistic Caring: A Qualitative Inquiry |
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| Authors: | Jennifer R. Curry Heather L. Smith Edward H. Robinson III |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Educational Theory, Policy & Practice, Louisiana State University;2. Department of Human and Organizational Development, Vanderbilt University;3. Department of Child, Family, and Community Sciences, University of Central Florida, South Orlando. |
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| Abstract: | Qualitative, phenomenological research provides rich information about the constructive, life span perspectives of the manifestation and development of altruism. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, this study investigated altruism as described by 34 older persons in a continuing care retirement community. The findings identified 13 overarching, common, emergent themes related to this construct. Implications are provided for helping professionals. |
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