Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-5-2018
Abstract
Humans are narrative beings. We understand and speak of ourselves and the events of our lives in the context of stories. The stories we tell are influenced by our lived experiences, the quality of our memories (what’s recalled and forgotten), relationships, personality styles, values, accomplishments, regrets, spiritual beliefs, and a host of other factors. Telling our stories from the vantage point of old age is reflective of a maturational process of introspection and discovery called life review.
Recommended Citation
Meuser, Thomas M., "Life Review In Aging: A Primer" (2018). Social Work Faculty Publications. 3.
https://dune.une.edu/ssw_facpubs/3
Comments
Originally written 6/1/15; updated for submission to repository.
Author is the Founding Director of the university-wide Center for Excellence in Aging & Health (CEAH) and a Professor of Social Work in UNE's Westbrook College of Health Professions.