Table 2 EFA results of AAS
Factor | Items | Factor loading | Cumulative % |
|---|---|---|---|
Benevolent (Cognitive assistance/Protection) | 1: It is better to tell the older adults that they are too old for some things; otherwise, they may become sad and upset when they fail. | 0.700 | 31.109 |
2: Older adults should not be allowed to work, even if they want to, because they have fulfilled their obligations to society. | 0.786 | ||
3: Older adults should not be allowed to work, even if they want to, because they are vulnerable and may become sick. | 0.843 | ||
13: Older adults are a burden on the health and economic system. | 0.777 | ||
Benevolent (unwanted help) | 4: It is better to talk to the older adults slowly and more calmly because it may take them some time to understand what they hear. | 0.767 | 46.102 |
6: Older adults must be protected from the harsh realities of society. | 0.690 | ||
7: When talking to older adults, it is better to repeat what you say because they rarely understand what you say the first time. | 0.513 | ||
8: You should always offer help to the older adults, even if they don’t ask for it. | 0.446 | ||
9: When buying food, you should help older adults carry and move it, even if they don’t ask for help. | 0.743 | ||
Hostile | 10: Most older adults interpret meaningless words and behaviors as ageism. | 0.979 | 53.589 |
11: Older adults get upset easily. | 0.677 | ||
12: Older adults exaggerate the problems of their workplace. | 0.447 | ||
5: People should avoid giving sad news to older adults because they cry easily. | 0.364 |