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The psychology of aging usually focuses upon cognitive changes,
with a particular focus on dementia and other forms of cognitive
decline. But getting older is about more than simply changes to the
brain and related health issues. Changes to our social and
emotional lives are also hugely significant as we adapt across our
lifespan. The second edition of Aging and Development is the only
textbook available that responds to the growing interest in social,
personal and emotional development in older age. Ideally suited to
complement texts on cognitive change, the book provides a holistic
developmental perspective on aging. It highlights a range of
issues, including the development of personal meaning and
spirituality, improvements in emotional control, uses of
reminiscence and life review, the importance of healthy attitudes
to aging, as well as the maintenance of close personal
relationships. It does not avoid the difficult issues of late life
decline, but illustrates how even in circumstances of physical and
mental frailty a positive sense of self can be created and
enhanced. Fully updated to provide the most cutting-edge overview
on this burgeoning topic of interest, Aging and Development
includes a glossary and list of useful websites both on the study
of gerontology and the psychology of aging. It will be essential
reading for all students of developmental psychology, as well as
anyone either training to work or already working with older
people.
Based on 40 years' interviewing experience, this book illustrates
the variety of religious, spiritual and other beliefs held by older
people. It provides models of research procedure, especially in the
context of bereavement. Participants include not only British
Christians, but also Muslims, Humanists and witnesses of the Soviet
persecution of religion. The author argues that both welfare
professionals and gerontologists need to pay far more consideration
to belief as a constituent of well-being in later life. The book
looks to the future and increasing diversity of choice in matters
of belief among Britain and Europe's older citizens as a
consequence of immigration and globalisation.
The psychology of aging usually focuses upon cognitive changes,
with a particular focus on dementia and other forms of cognitive
decline. But getting older is about more than simply changes to the
brain and related health issues. Changes to our social and
emotional lives are also hugely significant as we adapt across our
lifespan. The second edition of Aging and Development is the only
textbook available that responds to the growing interest in social,
personal and emotional development in older age. Ideally suited to
complement texts on cognitive change, the book provides a holistic
developmental perspective on aging. It highlights a range of
issues, including the development of personal meaning and
spirituality, improvements in emotional control, uses of
reminiscence and life review, the importance of healthy attitudes
to aging, as well as the maintenance of close personal
relationships. It does not avoid the difficult issues of late life
decline, but illustrates how even in circumstances of physical and
mental frailty a positive sense of self can be created and
enhanced. Fully updated to provide the most cutting-edge overview
on this burgeoning topic of interest, Aging and Development
includes a glossary and list of useful websites both on the study
of gerontology and the psychology of aging. It will be essential
reading for all students of developmental psychology, as well as
anyone either training to work or already working with older
people.
Based on 40 years interviewing experience, this book illustrates
the variety of religious, spiritual and other beliefs held by older
people. It provides models of research procedure, especially in the
context of bereavement. Participants include not only British
Christians, but also Muslims, Humanists and witnesses of the Soviet
persecution of religion. The author argues that both welfare
professionals and gerontologists need to pay far more consideration
to belief as a constituent of well-being in later life.
More than thirty-five years ago, a longitudinal study was
established to research the health and well-being of older people
living in an English city. Self and Meaning in the Lives of Older
People provides a unique set of portraits of forty members of this
group who were interviewed in depth from their later seventies
onwards. Focusing on sense of self-esteem and, especially, of
continued meaning in life following the loss of a spouse and onset
of frailty, this book sensitively illustrates these persons'
efforts to maintain independence, to continue to have a sense of
belonging and to contribute to the lives of others. It examines
both the psychological and the social resources needed to flourish
in later life and draws attention to this generation's ability to
benefit from strong family support and from belonging to a faith
community. In conclusion, it questions whether future generations
will be as resilient.
The Cambridge Handbook of Age and Ageing, first published in 2005,
is a guide to the body of knowledge, theory, policy and practice
relevant to age researchers and gerontologists around the world. It
contains almost 80 original chapters, commissioned and written by
the world's leading gerontologists from 16 countries and 5
continents. The broad focus of the book is on the behavioural and
social sciences but it also includes important contributions from
the biological and medical sciences. It provides comprehensive,
accessible and authoritative accounts of all the key topics in the
field ranging from theories of ageing, to demography, physical
aspects of ageing, mental processes and ageing, nursing and health
care for older people, the social context of ageing, cross cultural
perspectives, relationships, quality of life, gender, and financial
and policy provision. This handbook will be a must-have resource
for all researchers, students and professionals with an interest in
age and ageing.
An all-encompassing account of Christian attitudes and sources of
attitudes to marriage, traced through Near Eastern, Classical and
Biblical histories, suitable for the student or lay trainer wishing
to know more than an Alpha course. It covers all aspects of
marriage- including the on going debate surrounding same sex
unions. Peter Coleman, was the author of 'Christian attitudes to
Homosexuality', 'A christian attitude towards televsion', and
'experiments with prayer'. Following his tragic death in 2001, when
this work was left incomplete, 'Christian attitudes to marriage',
is brought to us by the hard work of his family and close friends,
particularly Dr Michael Langfor
Examining recent research and practice on reminiscence, life review
and life story work, this book offers critical accounts of the
rapidly growing and extensive global literature, and highlights the
continuing relevance and effectiveness of these therapeutic
methods. The book includes examples of international practical
projects, involving people of all ages, life circumstances, and
levels of physical and cognitive functioning. Contributions from
contemporary practitioners and researchers give a nuanced appraisal
of the methods of engagement and creativity arising from the
purposeful recall of our personal pasts. Chapters include reviews
of technology, ethical issues including end of life care, working
with people with mental health conditions, and working with people
with dementia.
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