Aging: An Introduction to GerontologySAGE Publications, 1995 - Počet stran: 469 In this interdisciplinary text, Lewis R Aiken examines the elements that influence people in the later stages of life. Beginning with an historical overview of gerontology, the author discusses both pragmatic and philosophical concerns within the field. Factors impacting the process and results of ageing are carefully outlined and address such areas as biology, psychology, sociology, economics and politics. The interpersonal variability of the older population is stressed throughout the book, recognizing gender, ethnic, racial and cultural differences. Each chapter concludes with: a thorough review of the material covered; a series of questions and activities designed to enhance the learning experience; and a list of sugges |
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... particular age or stage of maturity . From a strictly medical viewpoint , age is assessed in terms of functional capacity — the ability to engage in purposeful activity . One's functional ca- pacity may be assessed in terms of the ...
... particular age or stage of maturity . From a strictly medical viewpoint , age is assessed in terms of functional capacity — the ability to engage in purposeful activity . One's functional ca- pacity may be assessed in terms of the ...
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... particular stage of development affect the personality structure of the adult . Unresolved conflicts and frustrations may lead to fixation , a failure to progress psychosexually beyond a particular stage , or regression , a partial or ...
... particular stage of development affect the personality structure of the adult . Unresolved conflicts and frustrations may lead to fixation , a failure to progress psychosexually beyond a particular stage , or regression , a partial or ...
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... particular disordered person . Demographics of Mental Disorders It is sometimes maintained that the " stress of modern living " is re- sponsible for the high incidence of mental disorders in our time . Because diagnostic criteria and ...
... particular disordered person . Demographics of Mental Disorders It is sometimes maintained that the " stress of modern living " is re- sponsible for the high incidence of mental disorders in our time . Because diagnostic criteria and ...
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Physical Structure and Functioning | 32 |
Illness and Health Care | 63 |
Cognitive Abilities | 100 |
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