Social Gerontology: A Multidisciplinary Perspective, 10th edition

Published by Pearson (20 June 2017) © 2018

  • Nancy R. Hooyman University of Washington
  • Kevin Y. Kawamoto
  • H Asuman Kiyak University of Washington, Seattle
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Social Gerontology: A Multidisciplinary Perspective provides an overview of the interaction between the physiological, cognitive, emotional, interpersonal, social and cultural forces on aging. The text captures profound changes in societal views, and covers growing economic disparities among the older population.

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Brief Contents

  1. The Growth of Social Gerontology
  2. Aging in Other Countries and Across Cultures in the United States
  3. The Social Consequences of Physical Aging
  4. Managing Chronic Diseases and Promoting Well-Being in Old Age
  5. Cognitive Changes with Aging
  6. Personality and Mental Health in Old Age
  7. Love, Intimacy, and Sexuality in Old Age
  8. Social Theories of Aging
  9. The Importance of Social Supports
  10. Opportunities and Challenges of Informal Caregiving
  11. Living Arrangements and Social Interactions
  12. Enhancing Older Adults' Lives Through Technology
  13. Productive Aging
  14. Death, Dying, Bereavement, and Widowhood
  15. The Resilience of Elders of Color
  16. The Resilience of Older Women
  17. Social Policies to Address Social Problems
  18. Health and Long-Term Care Policy and Programs

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