The short guide to aging and gerontology

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Gerontology
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Author: de Medeiros, Kate ISBN: 9781447328391
Publisher: Policy Press Publication: November 9, 2016
Imprint: Policy Press Language: English
Author: de Medeiros, Kate
ISBN: 9781447328391
Publisher: Policy Press
Publication: November 9, 2016
Imprint: Policy Press
Language: English

As the field of aging and gerontology grows worldwide, this exciting guide introduces students to key issues and concepts. It covers topics related to the phenomena of advancing aging, including how older age has been defined historically, cultural myths related to advanced age, health and function in later life, how older age is financed throughout the world, and other key questions. Taking a multiple-perspective approach (including humanities, social and behavioral sciences and policy studies), the book's features include further reading for each chapter, a glossary of key terms, and tables that provide easy reference points.

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As the field of aging and gerontology grows worldwide, this exciting guide introduces students to key issues and concepts. It covers topics related to the phenomena of advancing aging, including how older age has been defined historically, cultural myths related to advanced age, health and function in later life, how older age is financed throughout the world, and other key questions. Taking a multiple-perspective approach (including humanities, social and behavioral sciences and policy studies), the book's features include further reading for each chapter, a glossary of key terms, and tables that provide easy reference points.

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