The association between memory self-efficacy (MSE) and memory performance is highly
documented in the literature. However, previous studies have produced inconsistent results …

Publisher Summary Adults and those in later life with a high sense of control appear better
off on many indicators of health and well-being. However, those who have a lower sense of …

Objectives. In the current study, we assessed the relationship between memory self-efficacy
at pretest and responsiveness to inductive reasoning training in a sample of older adults …

The present research examined the role persistence plays in mediating the positive impact
of memory self-efficacy (MSE, ie, one's confidence in one's own memory abilities) on older …

[10.] Lamont RA, Swift HJ, Abrams D. A review and meta-analysis of age-based stereotype
threat: Negative stereotypes, not facts, do the damage. Psychol Aging 2015; 30: 180-93.[11.] …

Objective: Older adults with higher self-efficacy may be more likely to benefit from some
cognitive training approaches. We examined whether self-efficacy serves as a mediator or …

People see themselves as better than average in many domains, from leadership skills to
driving ability. However, many people—especially older adults—struggle to remember …

In this chapter, we define the concept of control, present a range of methods used to
operationalize this construct, and summarize results about age-related changes in personal …

Introduction: The use of compensatory strategies plays an important role in the ability of
older adults to adapt to late-life memory changes. Even with the benefits associated with …

In this chapter we will review new insights about the effectiveness of training in task
switching from a lifespan perspective, considering the challenges outlined in Chapter x (see …