Decrepitude and death-hastening: the nature of old age in third world societies
Studies in Third World Societies • Vol/Iss. 22 • Published In • Pages: 43--65 •
By Glascock, Anthony P.
Hypothesis
The presence of old age distinctions and death-hastening behavior will be associated with less complex societies. The presence of supportive treatment of the aged wil be associated with more complex societies (54).
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi square | Supported | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Death-hastening/ Supportive Behavior | Dependent | Status And Treatment Of The Aged |
| Differentiation Among "old Age Category" | Dependent | Senescence |
| Social Comlexity | Independent | Food Quest, Annual Cycle, Diet, Classes |