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ALERT: Before you purchase, check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, including customized versions for individual schools, and registrations are not transferable. In addition, you may need a CourseID, provided by your instructor, to register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products.   Packages Access codes for Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products may not be included when purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson; check with the seller before completing your purchase.   Used or rental books If you rent or purchase a used book with an access code, the access code may have been redeemed previously and you may have to purchase a new access code.   Access codes Access codes that are purchased from sellers other than Pearson carry a higher risk of being either the wrong ISBN or a previously redeemed code. Check with the seller prior to purchase.   --Presents Social Gerontology from Multiple Perspectives   Aging Matters illuminates cultural, biological, physiological, emotional, cognitive, economic, and social aspects of aging. A useful guide to a range of disciplines, this title helps readers of all educational backgrounds understand the dynamic interactions between older people and their environments.   MySearchLab is a part of the Hooyman / Kiyak / Kawamoto program. Research and writing tools, including access to academic journals, help students explore the sociology of aging in even greater depth. To provide students with flexibility, students can download the eText to a tablet using the free Pearson eText app.   0205960995 / 9780205960996 Aging Matters: An Introduction to Social Gerontology Plus MySearchLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0205239927 / 9780205239924 MySearchLab with Pearson eText -- Valuepack Access Card 0205727646 / 9780205727643 Aging Matters: An Introduction to Social Gerontology  

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In this Section: 1. Brief Table of Contents 2. Full Table of Contents 1. Brief   Introduction Chapter 1:   Older Population in the United States Chapter 2:   Global Aging and Older Immigrants in the U.S. Chapter 3:   Physical Well-being:  Physiological Changes and Health Chapter 4:   Mental and Emotional Well-Being Chapter 6:   Family, Friends, and Other Informal Supports Chapter 7:   Informal and Family Caregiving Chapter 8:   Productive Aging: Leisure, Spirituality and Civic Engagement Chapter 10:   Economic Well-being: Retirement, Employment and Poverty Chapter 11:   Community Well-Being: Living Arrangements and Social Interactions Chapter 12:   Enhancing Older Adults’ Well-being through Technology Chapter 13:   Policies to Promote Older Adults’ Well-Being Chapter 14:   Careers in Aging 2. Full Table of Contents   Introduction Why Study Gerontology? Key Terms How Do We Study Older Adults? Organization of the Text   Chapter 1:   Older Population in the United States Changing Demographics of the U.S. Population Maximum Life Span The Rapid Growth of the Old-Old and Oldest-Old Increasing Diversity Among the Older Population Longevity in Health or Disease? What does the Future Hold?   Chapter 2:   Global Aging and Older Immigrants in the U.S. Global Trends in Aging Economic Implications for Industrialized Countries Older Adults in Traditional Societies and the Impact of Modernization Immigrants to the United States   Chapter 3:   Physical Well-being:  Physiological Changes and Health Biological Theories of Aging “Normal” Physiological Changes with Age Common Chronic Diseases Accidents Use of Physician Services Health Promotion   Chapter 4:   Mental and Emotional Well-Being Aging and Cognitive Function Personality in the Later Years Mental Disorders among Older Persons Chapter 5 Social Theories of Aging The Importance of Social Theories of Aging Social Gerontological Theory before 1961: Role and Activity The Next Stage of Theory Development: Disengagement and Continuity Theory Newer Social Theoretical Perspectives A Focus on Structural Factors:  Political Economy and Social Constructionism Recent Developments in Social Gerontological Theory   Chapter 6:   Family, Friends, and Other Informal Supports We All Need Informal Social Support    The Centrality of Family Supports Older Partners as Social Support Sexuality, Intimacy and Emotional Support Other Family Supports   Chapter 7:   Informal and Family Caregiving What is Informal Caregiving? Services and Support for Caregivers Underpaid Caregivers Direct Care Workers   Chapter 8:   Productive Aging: Leisure, Spirituality and Civic Engagement Defining Productive Aging Leisure Religious Participation, Religiosity, and Spirituality Civic Engagement   Chapter 9:  Loss within the Context of Aging The Nature of Grief Typical Non-Death Losses Faced by Older Adults Death of Loved Ones Approaching One’s own Death and the Dying Process End-of-Life Care: Palliative Care and Hospice The Right to Die Legal Options Regarding End-of-Life Care   Chapter 10:   Economic Well-being: Retirement, Employment and Poverty Retirement Employment Economic Status Changing Conceptions of Work and Retirement   Chapter 11:   Community Well-Being: Living Arrangements and Social Interactions The Aging Experience in Rural, Urban, and Suburban Areas Housing Patterns of Older People Social and Health Services to Promote Aging in Place Housing Policy and Growing Housing Needs   Chapter 12:   Enhancing Older Adults’ Well-being through Technology Information and Communication Technologies Managing Health Online Technology in the Workplace Technologies to Help Aging in Place Can Computer Games Promote Elders’ Well-being?   Chapter 13:   Policies to Promote Older Adults’ Well-Being Understanding Policies, Programs and Regulations Historical, Economic and Political Context Social Security: An Income Security Program Social Services through the Older Americans Act Medicare and Medicaid Directions in Long-term Services and Supports   Chapter 14:   Careers in Aging Why Consider a Career in Aging? The Wide Range of Jobs in Aging Preparing for a Career in Aging A Multidisciplinary, Multigenerational Outlook      


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  • ISBN-13: 9780205967223
  • Binding: LB
  • Sub Title: An Introduction to Social Gerontology
  • ISBN-10: 0205967221
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 68 gr


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