Valuing Older People - Positive Psychology Practice (Hardcover)

This book examines the growing importance of positive psychology and its connection to later life. * Applies Social Role Valorisation (SVR) principles to care of older people, particularly those with seriously disabling conditions such as dementia, stroke, and multiple health problems * Provides a comprehensive body of positive principles and practical approaches for those who care for older people * Examines the impact of the devaluation of older people s lives in the context of societies dependent on technology * Demonstrates how more age-inclusive societies and open awareness of later-life issues are fundamental to strong communities, as well as to personal happiness and resilience

General

Imprint:	John Wiley & Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2010
First published:	June 2010
Authors:	ES Stirling
Dimensions:	257 x 180 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	224
ISBN-13:	978-0-470-68335-4
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social welfare & social services > Care of the elderly Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Age groups > Adults > Elderly
LSN:	0-470-68335-X
Barcode:	9780470683354

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