""A timely and welcome contribution to the research on loneliness
and kindred phenomena."
Lars Andersson, International Journal of Ageing and Later Life,
2010."
Developments to the physical environment, scientific and
technological innovation, the reorganisation of work and leisure
and the impact of globalization and global capitalism have all
influenced the nature of the world in which we now live. Social
engagement and relationships, however, remain important at any age
and their quality is a key element contributing to the quality of
life of older people.
This book provides a detailed account of loneliness and social
isolation as experienced by older people living in Britain. The
authors consider the incidence and effects of isolation and
loneliness, identifying the factors which lead to such experiences
and considering potential interventions. They also argue that these
feelings are experienced at all stages of the life course and not
unique to the social world of older people.
Victor, Scambler and Bond rationalise that this is an important
area, as both loneliness and social isolation are negatively
associated with both quality and quantity of life - whilst the
maintenance of social relationships is seen as a key component of
'successful ageing'.
"The Social World of Older People" is important reading for
students of social work, gerontology, community care and social
policy as well as being of interest to policy makers and
practitioners in these fields.
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
Welcome to Loot.co.za!
Sign in / Register |Wishlists & Gift Vouchers |Help | Advanced search
