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Handbook of Theories of Aging (Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)
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Handbook of Theories of Aging (Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)
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This state-of-the-art handbook will keep researchers and
practitioners in gerontology abreast of the newest theories and
models of ageing. With virtually all new contributors and content,
this edition contains 35 chapters by the most highly respected
luminaries in the field. It addresses theories and concepts built
on cumulative knowledge in four disciplinary areas - biology,
psychology, social sciences, and policy and practice - as well as
landmark advances in trans-disciplinary science. With its explicit
focus on theory, the handbook is unique in providing essential
knowledge about primary explanations for ageing, spanning from
cells to societies. The chapters in the third edition place a
strong emphasis on the future of theory development, assessing the
current state of theories and providing a roadmap for how theory
can shape research, and vice versa, in years to come. Many chapters
also address connections between theories and policy or practice.
Each set of authors has been asked to consider how theories in
their area address matters of diversity and inequalities in aging,
and how theories might be revised or tested with these matters in
mind. The third edition also contains a new section, "Standing on
the Shoulders of Giants", which includes personal essays by senior
gerontologists who share their perspectives on the history of ideas
in their fields, and on their experiences with the process and
prospects of developing good theory. Hallmarks of the third
edition: Highlights important gains in trans-disciplinary theories
of ageing. Emphasises the future of theory development. Provides
insights on theory development from living legends in gerontology.
Examines what human diversity and inequality mean for ageing
theories. Emphasises interconnections between theory, research,
intervention, and policy. Underscores international issues with
greater representation of international authors. Includes section
introductions by the editors and associate editors that summarise
theoretical developments. Key Features: Highlights variability and
diversity in aging processes, from the cellular level of biological
ageing to the societal level of public policy. Provides insights on
theory development from living legends in gerontology. Offers
intergenerational, interdisciplinary, and international
perspectives. Disseminates a forward-thinking, future-oriented
focus in theory development.
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