Assignment:
Identify three myths or stereotypes that you have heard that relate to what is supposed to happen to attention, memory, or perception in the older or elderly adult. An understanding of stereotyped thinking about aging allows comparison with scientific information regarding the same areas of behavior, performance, or thought. Describe each myth and the rationale that seems to support its popularity or familiarity that is, ask yourself why we remember these myths and what makes them lasting. For each of the myths (three total), provide research-based information that either supports the myth's validity or that demonstrates how the myth is not based on fact.
Find recent journal articles (at least two) that address your identified myths or sterotypes. Differentiate facts from opinions in your research articles. Differentiate theories from opinions in your research articles. Include all references.