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Older adults, like all individuals, have different personalities and temperaments. According to Dr. Davenport, toxicity in older adults manifests itself in negative behaviors and attitudes that can adversely impact interactions with health professionals, caregivers, and family members. Davenport presents theories and case examples to help us understand this phenomenon and provides useful techniques for caring for toxic elders.

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Gloria M. Davenport (PhD), was a professor at Santa Ana College, Dr. Davenport initiated, developed, chaired, and wrote the curriculum for a Human Services Department, being one of the first to incorporate training for older adult peer counseling.

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