Abstract

Much of the research on the aging and other marginal or quasi-marginal groups has relied upon “objective” measures of social integration. This article focuses on the subjective conceptions developed by the aging themselves and the ways by which these “maps” help them plan, interpret, and evaluate their ties into society. Because of their emerging self-consciousness regarding their place in society, the aging may become everyday experts and practitioners of integrative strategies and tactics to a greater degree than many other people.

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