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Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9780826162939
- Publication Year
- 2019
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Book Title
- Introduction to Aging : a Positive, Interdisciplinary Approach
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Publisher
- Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
- Genre
- Social Science, Psychology
- Topic
- Social Work, Developmental / Adulthood & Aging, Gerontology, Sociology / General
- Edition
- 2
- Number of Pages
- 320 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0826162932
ISBN-13
9780826162939
eBay Product ID (ePID)
16038685761
Product Key Features
Edition
2
Book Title
Introduction to Aging : a Positive, Interdisciplinary Approach
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2019
Topic
Social Work, Developmental / Adulthood & Aging, Gerontology, Sociology / General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Social Science, Psychology
Format
Trade Paperback
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2020-302204
Table Of Content
PART I: WE ARE ALL AGING 1. The Longevity Dividend PART II: PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELL-BEING 2. Physical Changes and the Aging Process 3. Health and Wellness for Older Adults 4. Mental Health and Cognitive Abilities, and Aging 5. Sexuality and Aging 6. Death, Dying, and Bereavement PART III: ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL ASPECTS OF AGING 7. Economics, Work, and Retirement 8. Age-Friendly Communities, Living Arrangements, and Housing Options 9. Family, Friends, and Social Networks of Older Adults PART IV: FORMAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS 10. Older Adults Giving and Receiving Support 11. Medical Conditions, Assisted Living, and Long-Term Care 12. Medicare, Medicaid, and Medications PART V: OLDER PEOPLE AT RISK 13. Older Women and Older Minority Group Members 14. Elder Abuse and Neglect: Crimes, Scams, and Cons 15. Careers in Aging
Synopsis
The second edition of this engaging text reflects a welcome new paradigm for aging-that of aging as a positive stage of life. Written for undergraduate and masters-level students, it provides an interdisciplinary perspective on the wide variety of subject areas within gerontology, and combines research with engrossing narratives, new trends, and controversial topics. Substantially updated, the second edition features integrated content on the diversity of the aging population. State-of-the-art information includes new science on the biology of aging; chronic conditions; integrated care; changing roles for older adults; new demographics; and critical policy issues. The second edition examines career opportunities in gerontology and includes Practical Applications and Activities for Students, new scenarios, and many more charts and graphs. The book also includes PowerPoint slides, a test bank and an instructor's manual. Key Features: Conceptualizes a positive approach to aging, with an emphasis on the advantages and opportunities presented by the large and growing number of older Americans Delivers comprehensive, interdisciplinary coverage of aging topics Dispels negative myths about aging Engages the reader with vivid narratives and thought-provoking activities Offers a broad range of subject areas in the field, from biological aging processes, to economics and living arrangements Provides Instructor's Manual, PowerPoint slides, and multiple resources for additional learning New to the Second Edition: Presents a new chapter on careers in aging, which explores expanding opportunities Explores new and updated demographics Includes new information on personality, palliative care, age-friendly communities, homelessness, social networks, Medicaid and more Presents a new approach to elder abuse focusing on solutions to social isolation, a major cause of abuse Includes coverage of policies throughout the book, as they apply to their role in an aging society, in the workplace and retirement, in providing opportunities for older people to give and receive support, and in health care Uses Bloom's latest taxonomy for Learning Objectives, The second edition of this engaging text reflects a welcome new paradigm for aging--that of aging as a positive stage of life. Written for undergraduate and masters-level students, it provides an interdisciplinary perspective on the wide variety of subject areas within gerontology, and combines research with engrossing narratives, new trends, and controversial topics. Substantially updated, the second edition features integrated content on the diversity of the aging population. State-of-the-art information includes new science on the biology of aging; chronic conditions; integrated care; changing roles for older adults; new demographics; and critical policy issues. The second edition examines career opportunities in gerontology and includes Practical Applications and Student Activities, new scenarios, and many more charts and graphs. Qualified instructors have access to supplementary material, including PowerPoint slides, a test bank, and an instructor's manual. Key Features: Conceptualizes a positive approach to aging, with an emphasis on the advantages and opportunities presented by the large and growing number of older Americans Delivers comprehensive, interdisciplinary coverage of aging topics Dispels negative myths about aging Engages the reader with vivid narratives and thought-provoking activities Offers a broad range of subject areas in the field, from biological aging processes, to economics and living arrangements Provides instructor's manual, PowerPoint slides, and test bank for additional learning Includes access to student activities answer key New to the Second Edition: Presents a new chapter on careers in aging, which explores expanding opportunities Explores new and updated demographics Includes new information on personality, palliative care, age-friendly communities, homelessness, social networks, Medicaid, and more Presents a new approach to elder abuse focusing on solutions to social isolation, a major cause of abuse, The second edition of this engaging text reflects a welcome new paradigm for aging--that of aging as a positive stage of life. Written for undergraduate and masters-level students, it provides an interdisciplinary perspective on the wide variety of subject areas within gerontology, and combines research with engrossing narratives, new trends, and controversial topics. Substantially updated, the second edition features integrated content on the diversity of the aging population. State-of-the-art information includes new science on the biology of aging; chronic conditions; integrated care; changing roles for older adults; new demographics; and critical policy issues. The second edition examines career opportunities in gerontology and includes Practical Applications and Activities for Students, new scenarios, and many more charts and graphs. The book also includes PowerPoint slides, a test bank and an instructor's manual. Key Features: Conceptualizes a positive approach to aging, with an emphasis on the advantages and opportunities presented by the large and growing number of older Americans Delivers comprehensive, interdisciplinary coverage of aging topics Dispels negative myths about aging Engages the reader with vivid narratives and thought-provoking activities Offers a broad range of subject areas in the field, from biological aging processes, to economics and living arrangements Provides Instructor's Manual, PowerPoint slides, and multiple resources for additional learning New to the Second Edition: Presents a new chapter on careers in aging, which explores expanding opportunities Explores new and updated demographics Includes new information on personality, palliative care, age-friendly communities, homelessness, social networks, Medicaid and more Presents a new approach to elder abuse focusing on solutions to social isolation, a major cause of abuse Includes coverage of policies throughout the book, as they apply to their role in an aging society, in the workplace and retirement, in providing opportunities for older people to give and receive support, and in health care Uses Bloom's latest taxonomy for Learning Objectives, The second edition of this engaging text reflects a welcome new paradigm for aging - that of aging as a positive stage of life. It provides an interdisciplinary perspective on the wide variety of subject areas within gerontology, and combines research with engrossing narratives, new trends, and controversial topics.
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HQ1061.S848 2020
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