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The second volume in this long-running series presents the usual critical and intensive review chapters divided into five sections but also addresses particular topics of special interest, including drugs and their use, and misuse, among the aged; the nonmedication orientation to treatment of various disorders; the immune system; and clinical ......
During the past few decades, the dramatic social changes with regard to our aging population and changes in the family unit have made both demographic and socioeconomic consequences, as well as an effect on matters of social policy. The prestigious editors, George L. Maddox and M. Powell Lawton, have assembled an impressive group of expert ......
Examining the importance of time and place, as applied to aging families, this book demonstrates how the social, cultural, historical, and institutional forces orient older and younger family members toward each other. It focuses on the temporal dimension of intergenerational relations, using frameworks from sociology and social history.
Economic Outcomes in Later Life - Public Policy, Health and Cumulative Advantage
Focusing on the economics of aging, this book emphasizes on the economic future of the baby boom generation. Key themes include: the influence of early advantages on later-life economic outcomes; the relationship between inequalities in economic status and inequalities in health status and access to health care; and more.
Presenting research in the biology of aging, this volume addresses theoretical issues, focusing on the basis for why humans live as long as they do. Topics explored include: why does aging occur; cellular aging; models in aging research; modern approaches to the mechanisms of aging; and the genetics of behavioral aging.
The study of ""the end of life"" has become a major focus on medicine, the social sciences, ethics, and religion. This volume brings together the various research on issues around death and dying, life's attributes as it nears death, planning and preparation for death, and care and intervention-related issues.
Brings together research findings on common mental disorders in the elderly. This work addresses methodological issues and raises concerns for researchers in the field, such as how best to design and implement large clinical studies. It also focuses on treatment for specific diseases such as late life depression, substance abuse, and psychosis.
Incorporates the knowledge from general psychology into a comprehensive view of emotion in adult development and aging. This work provides an overview of emotion across the life-span. It is useful for general psychologists, gerontologists, researchers, and geriatric practitioners desiring to better their understanding of their older patients.
Provide an overview of each component of the acute and long-term care service continuum, including managed health care, subacute care, and nursing homes. This volume addresses the practices in long-term care financing and assisted living. It is useful for professionals involved in long-term care, including administration, and community nursing.
