Author : Paul B. Baltes
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 36,20 MB
Release : 2001-03-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780521000031
An extensive, multidisciplinary study of old age and aging, ranging from 70 to 100 years.
Author : Paul Boris Baltes
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 20,81 MB
Release : 1993-05-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780521435826
More and more people live into old age. This demographic revolution underscores the fact that old age is the last uncharted and unattended phase of the life cycle.
Author : Merril Silverstein, PhD
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 817 pages
File Size : 50,70 MB
Release : 2008-10-27
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0826162525
The field of gerontology has often been criticized for being "data-rich but theory-poor." The editors of this book address this issue by stressing the importance of theory in gerontology. While the previous edition focused on multidisciplinary approaches to aging theory, this new edition provides cross-disciplinary, integrative explanations of aging theory: The contributors of this text have reached beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries to partner with researchers in adjacent fields in studying aging and age-related phenomena. This edition of the Handbook consists of 39 chapters written by 67 internationally recognized experts in the field of aging. It is organized in seven sections, reflecting the major theoretical developments in gerontology over the past 10 years. Special Features: Comprehensive coverage of aging theory, focusing on the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging A section dedicated to discussing how aging theory informs public policy A concluding chapter summarizing the major themes of aging, and offering predictions about the future of theory development Required reading for graduate students and post doctoral fellows, this textbook represents the current status of theoretical development in the study of aging.
Author : John Wallis Rowe
Publisher : Random House Large Print Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,15 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Aging
ISBN : 9780375701795
Presents the results of the MacArthur Foundation Study of Aging in America, which show how to maintain optimum physical and mental strength throughout later life.
Author : Nancy A. Pachana
Publisher : Springer
Page : 1500 pages
File Size : 14,31 MB
Release : 2016-10-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789812870810
This encyclopedia brings together key established and emerging research findings in geropsychology. It is a comprehensive coverage of the entire breadth of the field, giving readers access to all major subareas and illustrating their interconnections with other disciplines. Entries delve deep into key areas of geropsychology such as perception, cognition, clinical, organizational, health, social, experimental and neuropsychology. In addition to that, the encyclopedia covers related disciplines such as neuroscience, social science, population health, public policy issues pertaining to retirement, epidemiology and demography and medicine. Paying careful attention to research internationally, it cites English and non-English empirical literature from around the globe. This encyclopedia is relevant to a wide audience that include researchers, clinicians, students, policy makers and nongovernmental agencies.
Author : Richard Schulz
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 746 pages
File Size : 49,86 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780826148438
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Author : Erdman Ballagh Palmore
Publisher :
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 37,88 MB
Release : 1988
Category : Social Science
ISBN :
Author : Ellen J. Langer
Publisher : Random House Digital, Inc.
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 13,23 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0345502043
Scientifically riveting and practically empowering, "Counterclockwise" offers a bold new way to think about aging and lifelong health from the trailblazing social psychologist and author of the bestselling classic "Mindfulness."
Author : Laura Carstensen
Publisher : PublicAffairs
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 22,19 MB
Release : 2011-09-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 161039058X
The twentieth century bequeathed us a fabulous gift: thirty more years of life on average. Supersized life spans are going to radically alter society, and present an unprecedented opportunity to change our approach not only to old age but to all of life's stages. The ramifications are just beginning to dawn on us.... yet in the meantime, we keep thinking about, and planning for, life as it used to be lived. In A Long Bright Future, longevity and aging expert Laura Carstensen guides us into the new possibilities offered by a longer life. She debunks the myths and misconceptions about aging that stop us from adequately preparing for the future both as individuals and as a society: that growing older is associated with loneliness and unhappiness, and that only the genetically blessed live well and long. She then focuses on other important components of a long life, including finances, health, social relationships, Medicare and Social Security, challenging our preconceived notions of "old age" every step of the way.
Author : Aimee Spector
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 441 pages
File Size : 29,48 MB
Release : 2017-03-02
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1351907859
The psychology of aging is an exciting and rapidly-developing field. This volume provides a collection of classic, original and often widely-cited papers, including some older papers which may be hard to find through conventional searches. Taken together, they help to address some key questions: what are the cognitive changes related to aging? Is mental exercise useful? To what extent might intelligence, education or stimulating mental activities delay or even reduce cognitive symptoms of dementia? However, the book goes well beyond cognition and addresses social and emotional changes in aging, as well as looking at how lifestyle factors may be influential in psychological functioning. The section on the psychology of dementia covers the evolving psychological models, plus innovative types of psychological interventions. As more people live to an age where they are dependent on others, the book also considers the stresses on carers and how carers can be supported. Lastly, other aspects of mental health problems in old-age are addressed, including depression, PTSD and personality disorder. This collection of intriguing and inspiring papers will liven up the shelves of students, researchers and academics in the field as well as being a very useful resource for research, teaching and study.
