Ageing, Physical Activity and Health - International Perspectives (Paperback)

One of the most pressing questions facing society today is how to care for its burgeoning elderly population. By the year 2050, experts predict that one-third of the world's population will be over 60 years old. Health promotion for the elderly is therefore becoming an increasingly important topic in public policy and planning. This book examines the challenges presented by an ageing global population, our varying expectations of healthy ageing, and the importance of exercise and physical activity for the elderly. Drawing on empirical research from around the world, it considers the factors that influence health and well-being in later life and compares practices and policies designed to promote healthy ageing. It presents case studies from 15 countries spanning Europe, North and South America, Africa and Asia, and sheds light on how attitudes to physical activity differ across nations, regions and cultures. Ageing, Physical Activity and Health: International Perspectives is important reading for all students, researchers and practitioners with an interest in physical activity, public health, exercise science or gerontology.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	ICSSPE Perspectives
Release date:	December 2019
First published:	2018
Editors:	Karin Volkwein-Caplan • Jasmin Tahmaseb McConatha
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	240
ISBN-13:	978-0-367-89416-0
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > General Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Geriatric medicine Books > Medicine > Nursing & ancillary services > Nursing > Geriatric nursing Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Sports training & coaching > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Age groups > Adults > Elderly Books > Academic & Education > Varsity Textbooks > Nursing Promotions
LSN:	0-367-89416-5
Barcode:	9780367894160

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