ArticleBMC medical education2026
Contact with older adults as a factor shaping the attitudes of students of healthcare professions.
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backgroundThe progressive ageing of the population reinforces the need for appropriate preparation of future healthcare professionals to provide geriatric care. Previous research indicates that students' attitudes towards older adults vary, which may affect the quality of care provided. The aim of the study was to determine the impact of contact with older individuals, place of residence, and stage of education on the attitudes of students of healthcare professions towards older adults.
methodsThe study was conducted among 203 healthcare professions students between January and February 2025. The Scale of Attitudes Towards Older Adults (Polish: Skala Postaw Wobec Seniorów, SPWS) and an author-designed questionnaire were used in the study.
resultsWomen constituted the majority of the respondents (73.89%), and the mean age of the respondents was 22.51 ± 1.98 years. Respondents demonstrated mostly positive attitudes towards older adults, particularly on the Respect and Support subscale (M = 4.49 ± 0.61). More frequent contact with older adults was associated with an increase in the intensity of this attitude (R = 0.29; t = 4.32; p < 0.001). Negative attitudes showed no significant differences with respect to frequency of contact, year of study, or place of residence (p > 0.05).
conclusionsThe attitudes of students of healthcare professions towards older adults are positive, particularly in the Respect and Support subscale. Frequent contact with older adults is an important factor in fostering positive attitudes. Year of study and place of residence did not have a significant impact on the attitudes presented. The results highlight the importance of intergenerational relationships in forming positive attitudes towards older adults.
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