The Short Guide to Aging and Gerontology

by Kate De Medeiros

Book Overview

As the field of aging and gerontology grows worldwide, this exciting guide introduces students to key issues and concepts.

It covers topics related to the phenomena of advancing aging, including how older age has been defined historically, cultural myths related to advanced age, health and function in later life, how older age is financed throughout the world, and other key questions. Taking a multiple-perspective approach (including humanities,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1447328388
• ISBN13: 9781447328384
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: Policy Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 7.6"