An Introduction to Gerontology
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| Rating | : | 4.46 (645 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0521734959 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 458 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-02-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
An Introduction to Gerontology provides a wide-ranging introduction to this important topic. By assuming no prior expert knowledge and avoiding jargon, this book will guide students through all the main subjects in gerontology, covering both traditional areas, such as biological and social ageing, as well as more contemporary areas, such as technology, the arts, sexuality and education of older adults. With the world's population getting increasingly older, there has never been a more pressing need for the study of old age and ageing. An Introduction to Gerontology is written by a team of international authors with multidisciplinary backgrounds who draw evidence from a variety of different perspectives and traditions.
"Contributions from international experts on both traditional and contemporary topics - including biology, sociology, health and social care, retirement and sexuality - provide a broad introduction to the field." --Times Higher Education
Ian Stuart-Hamilton is Professor of Developmental Psychology and Faculty Head of Research and External Activity at the University of Glamorgan. He has been teaching lifespan psychology for over twenty-five years and has written six textbooks including The Psychology of Ageing, which was the winner of an award from the British Medical Association and shortlisted for the British Psycho
Judith Uriarte said Five Stars. 100% happy. Good textbook I chose this as a textbook for my course at graduate level. It contains the important issues for an introductory course. Will use it again next year.. Kathy said Five Stars. Great book on understanding aging